Nant Gwynant
A498Nantmor to Gwynedd · Wales
Distance7.1mi · 11.4 km
Drive time15 minon the road
DifficultyDemanding
MountainLakes
A spectacular valley road beneath Snowdon between Beddgelert and Pen-y-Gwryd.
The A498 follows Nant Gwynant past its lakes with Snowdon's southern flanks rising above, one of Eryri's most beautiful drives. It is narrow with walkers and parked cars at the trailheads, so take it slowly and let the views come to you.
Where it runs
NantmorStart · Wales
GwyneddEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners16bends
Tightness6of 10
Max gradient10%≈ 1-in-10
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb281 mtotal ascent
Summit234 mhighest point · 768 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
195 m rangeKnow before you go
- Narrow with rock faces
- Walkers and parked cars
- Loose stone after rain
Along the road
- viewpoint Eagles Rock
Sources
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