Tryfan

The 917-meter-high Tryfan mountain presents three ridges rising from the valley floor, forming a distinctive pyramidal shape in the landscape.

Through centuries, Tryfan has attracted mountaineers and explorers, becoming a fundamental location for the development of British climbing techniques and routes.

Two stone monoliths at the summit, named Adam and Eve, represent a traditional jumping challenge that climbers perform to gain the 'freedom of Tryfan'.

The north ridge route requires grade one scrambling skills and proper equipment, with multiple established paths leading from the A5 road near Llyn Ogwen.

The mountain maintains its elevation independence on all sides, making it the only peak in Wales that requires hand contact for standard ascent routes.

Location: Conwy County Borough

Elevation above the sea: 917 m

GPS coordinates: 53.11493,-3.99758

Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:59