Harlech Castle – Harlech Beach loop from Harlech

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Harlech Castle – Harlech Beach loop from Harlech

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Harlech Castle – Harlech Beach loop from Harlech

00:47

2.99km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 23, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

Please check local regulations for:

Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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196 m

Harlech Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Against stiff competition from Conwy, Caernarfon and Beaumaris, this is probably the most spectacular setting for an Edward I castle in North Wales. All four are recognized as World Heritage …

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1.16 km

Morfa Harlech Sand Dunes

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

The beautiful sand dunes are a prized feature of the beach. It is an extensive dune system that extends northwards from the town of Harlech over an area of 6 km2.

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1.55 km

Harlech Beach

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Harlech Beach offers a four-mile stretch of pristine golden sand, with stunning views of the Snowdonia Mountains. The beach is backed by grassy dunes.
Swimming in the clear water here …

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2.36 km

Harlech Castle

Highlight • Castle

2.99 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.01 km

390 m

245 m

192 m

155 m

Surfaces

1.50 km

653 m

561 m

189 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 21 October

13°C

8°C

75 %

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Comments

September 16, 2023,🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 From the castle to the beach - Harlech - Snowdonia - Wales

In the late afternoon a short visit to Harlech on the west coast of Wales. Parked near the castle and then walked towards the sea, a short walk through the dense dunes.

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