Y Lliwedd

Y Lliwedd reaches an elevation of 898 meters with steep cliffs on its eastern flanks rising above Glaslyn and Llyn Llydaw lakes.

The mountain played a key role in British climbing development, with its first climbing guide published in 1909 by J.M.A. Thomson and A.W. Andrews.

The mountain served as a training ground for the 1953 British Mount Everest expedition team, contributing to mountaineering advancement in the United Kingdom.

Climbers can access Y Lliwedd from Pen y Pass car park, following the Miners Track south toward Llyn Teyrn before ascending the eastern slopes.

The summit includes two subsidiary peaks classified as Nuttalls: Lliwedd Bach at 818 meters and Y Lliwedd East Peak at 893 meters.

Location: Gwynedd

Elevation above the sea: 898 m

Part of: Snowdon Massif

GPS coordinates: 53.05940,-4.05715

Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:12