Highlight • Summit
Foel Goch
Hiking
5.0
(28)
the principal summits of the Northern Glyderau, the great chain of peaks on the
western side of the Nant Ffrancon valley. From the top, you are treated to a
magnificent panorama, with the Snowdon massif rising to the south, the huge
pyramid of Pen yr Ole Wen glaring back across the valley and the rocky spine of
Tryfan beyond Y Garn’s throne-like form.
The most
This Highlight is in a protected area
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October 28, 2020
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March 25, 2026
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Elevation 870 m
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Family Friendly
yes
Wheelchair access
no
Dog Friendly
yes
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Max wind speed: 17.0 km/h
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