National park
Snowdonia National Park
Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom
A national park of peaks, lakes, forest and slate valleys in north Wales.
Village · United Kingdom · Wales
Betws-y-Coed
A wooded Snowdonia village that serves as a base for waterfalls, walks and mountain adventure.
about 1.5 h
For storytellers
Why Betws-y-Coed matters
Betws-y-Coed sits among forests and rivers at the heart of north Wales. It is a classic walkers' village, with outdoor shops and cafes, and routes leading to waterfalls, old stone bridges and mountain passes. Snowdon is a short drive away, and the Conwy valley offers castles and gardens. It is also a natural place to start a Welsh-language phrase or two.
Talking points
- Swallow Falls is just along the road.
- The old Pont-y-Pair bridge is a short walk from the centre.
- Snowdon and the Glyderau mountains are nearby.
- Small steam and mountain railways run in the area.
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What to see in Betws-y-Coed
Castle · UNESCO
Conwy Castle
Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom
A 13th-century fortress with eight towers and a walled town.
Waterfall
Swallow Falls
Betws-y-Coed, United Kingdom
A cascading waterfall in a wooded gorge near Betws-y-Coed.
Also nearby
Within about 40 km, closest first.