Bwthyn Llŷs Twrog is an ideal base for a walking holiday. There classic long walks such as the ascent of Snowdon or the Wales Coast Path plus some less known walks such as the Snowdonia Slate Trail and the North Wales Pilgrim’s Way. The latter two walks follow the same route between Waunfawr and Fron, passing close to the Bwthyn. There are also many walks of between 2 and 6 miles (3 to 10 kilometres) that provide wonderful views of the coast and mountains with some also providing an insight into the Slate Quarrying history of the area.
The map below shows some of the walks from the Bwthyn. Detailed itineraries of the walks are made available to guests staying in the cottage.
Llyn Ffynhonnau from Waunfawr Track
Ruined cottage, Cilgwyn Circular walk
Braich Quarry ruins, Slate Quarries walk
The picture at the top of this page shows a typical view from one of these walks; the ruins of the Alexandra Quarry buildings with Snowdon in the background. It was taken near the furthest point of the Slate Quarries walk, the track that loops around the ruins is visible on the map.
Bwthyn Llŷs Twrog is also a great location for cycling. There are plenty of quiet and interesting back routes that are ideal for cycling and also cycle and walking trails that allow you to bypass some of the busier main roads. Some parts of the walks listed above are also open for mountain biking.