Weekend Breaks in Snowdonia

Snowdonia is a paradise for walking enthusiasts, and the region offers hundreds of trails that are suitable for every age and level of fitness. Many of the shorter trails are ideal for weekend breaks in Snowdonia, including the beautiful walk to Aber Falls, which extends for approximately seven kilometres. Alternatively, experienced hikers will prefer more challenging routes such as the Minffordd Path, up Caer Idris, or the trails that lead to the summit of Mount Snowdon.

Located approximately nine kilometres from Carnarvon, in a former slate quarry, the National Slate Museum provides visitors with a unique glimpse into the lives and working conditions of slate miners in north Wales. Also in Carnarvon, the Regimental Museum of the Royal Welch Fusiliers houses exhibits relating to the regiment's three-hundred-year-old history. Other cultural attractions in Snowdonia include the Gwynedd Museum and Art Gallery in Bangor, Trefriw Woollen Mills, the Narrow Gauge Railway Museum in Tywyn, and Almshouse Museum in Llanrwst.

Throughout the year, various festivals are held in the towns and villages of Snowdonia. Weekend breaks in Snowdonia are especially memorable when they coincide with such events, although it is recommended that accommodation is booked well in advance. ​Taking place each July, the Llangollen International Musical Eisteddfod is one of the biggest festivals held in Snowdonia, and features singers, dancers, and musical performers from around the world. Other annual festivals in the region include the Brecon Beacons Food Festival and Snowdonia Walking Festival.