Alwen Dam – View of Alwen Reservoir loop from Alwen Dam

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Alwen Dam – View of Alwen Reservoir loop from Alwen Dam

Moderate

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Alwen Dam – View of Alwen Reservoir loop from Alwen Dam

03:53

14.1km

250m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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51 m

Alwen Dam

Highlight • Monument

The grand, ornate stone dam of Alwen Reservoir couldn't be more of a contrast to the neighbouring Llyn Brenig Dam. It's well worth taking a minute or two to take …

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7.26 km

View of Alwen Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This is the high point of the circular Alwen trail around Alwen Reservoir.

Enjoy the wonderful views in nearly all directions, which really is a great reward after the long …

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7.59 km

View of the Wooden Bridge Over the River

Highlight • River

An easy route for all abilities

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7.78 km

View of Alwen Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

8.52 km

Alwen Reservoir Wooden Bridge

Highlight • Cycleway

A long wooden bridge spans the upper reaches of the Alwen Reservoir, which features on the Two Lakes and Alwen circular cycle routes. It's absolutely covered in lichen and feels …

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8.59 km

Alwen Reservoir and Small Bridge

Highlight • Lake

10.4 km

Alwen Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Alwen Reservoir is the largest human-made lake in Wales and it makes for a lovely walk. There's a car park at its eastern end and the 6-mile (10 km) loop …

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12.2 km

Alwen Reservoir

Lake

13.4 km

View of the Alwen Reservoir from the north shore

Highlight • Lake

The views over Alwen Reservoir from this section along the northern shore are simply wonderful! You'll take them in if you follow the waymarked Alwen or Lakes Circular routes.

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14.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

3.10 km

Surfaces

9.57 km

3.95 km

273 m