BETWS-Y-COED

3 - 4 October 2026

Gŵyl Gerdded Erri - Snowdonia Walking Festival - EryriWalkFest

ABOUT US

#ERYRIWALKFEST is returning in October 2026 with a full programme of walks and adventures over the weekend.

This year we'll be based in Betws-y-Coed and walks will take place from the village and surrounding areas such as Capel Curig.

Some of the walks will take in Snowdonia Slate Trail.

Walks are led by qualified and experienced professionals who are volunteering their time. Eryri Walk Fest is run by a volunteer groups and all income will be reinvested into future events.

Walks will be added regularly so keep checking!

Why you should visit:

  • Enjoy a variety of walks to discover Betws-y-Coed and the surrounding area

  • Join qualified and knowledgable guides to learn about local nature, history, culture and geology

  • Learn outdoor skills and environmental awareness to help you explore and appreciate natural spaces more

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WALKS & WELLBEING SESSIONS

Forest Walk and Forest Bathing

Sunday - 2pm

Join us for a Forest Walk and experience the magic of Forest Bathing.

A chance to unplug, breathe fresh air, and soak in the peaceful nature of Eryri.

Perfect for anyone looking to relax, recharge, and connect with the great outdoors.

Don't miss out on this guided forest adventure that your mind and body will thank you for!

2 hours - £5

Capel Garmon with Eryri Warden

Saturday 9am

Join the Eryri National Park Warden for a walk full of history and stunning views.

This walk will take you from Betws-y-Coed, through Gwydyr Forest up to Capel Garmon with a visit to its 5000 year old Neolithic Burial Chamber.

The walk and the site itself offers stunnig views of the Conwy valley, Moel Siabod, the Carneddau and a glimpse of Tryfan.

4 hours - £5

Moel Siabod

Saturday 9.30am

Moel Siabod (872m) Circular Walk

A spectacular 4-5 hour hike from Capel Curig, 9.5km (6 miles).

The ascent of 738m involves a steady uphill hike from Capel Curig to a mountain lake, Llyn y Foel, passing through old slate mine workings.

5 hours - £10

Introduction to Navigation

Saturday 9.30am

Open up your outdoor world by learning the fundamental skills of navigation with a map and compass.

This course is suitable for complete beginners through to those who want to refresh or enhance their skills and make sticking to tourist routes through fear of getting lost a thing of the past.

7 hours - £15

Llyn Elsi & Gwydyr Forest

Saturday 9.30am

Join us on a walk through the woodlands of the Gwydyr Forest to Llyn Elsi, a lake hidden in the forest above Betws y Coed.

The walk through the forest is fairly easy going, leading to a clearing with excellent views across to Moel Siabod.

5 hours - £5

Snowdonia Slate Trail

Sunday 9.30am

COMING SOON!

Please click Book Now below to register your interest.

5 hours - £5

SUPPORTED BY

Llwybr Llechi Eryri - Snowdonia Slate Trail
Waterloo Hotel Betws-y-Coed

For places to stay in Betws-y-Coed and surrounding area go to:

VisitBetws

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