As mentioned in one of my previous posts, our cottage looked across to the hills and mountains of Snowdonia. One of them, called Cnicht, is known as the Matterhorn of Wales, due to it’s shape when viewed from a certain position. Well, it just had to be done.

My route would start in the small village of Croesor and head up the south-west flank. I was a little worried about finding my way as the map never had a path marked. But as you will see from the pictures below, the route was well signposted, even from the car park, and the summit was always clear and visible straight ahead.

From there I descended to 2 or 3 of the many small lakes, or Llyns, which pepper the landscape, before returning via a disused slate quarry down the Cwm Croesor valley.

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  1. bayphotosbydonna Avatar

    Fabulous countryside views, some go on forever! It is awesome you’ve been able to do your quarantine at such a lovely location. Great planning!!

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    1. Alittlebitoutoffocus Avatar

      Yes, but the best is yet to come… (imho). 😉

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  2. picpholio Avatar

    Wonderful trip and great pictures Mike.

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    1. Alittlebitoutoffocus Avatar

      Thank you! Your feedback is much appreciated!

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  3. meiphotoimages Avatar

    Climbing Cnicht is one of my most favourite walks in Snowdonia. Lovely to see your recent photos so well captured. Hope you enjoyed the walk 🙂

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    1. Alittlebitoutoffocus Avatar

      Yes, I certainly did and I can see why it’s one of your favourites. There were some fabulous views in all directions from the crest.

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