Gyrn Wigau

Gyrn Wigau is a mountain summit in the Carneddau range standing at 643 meters with a rocky peak set within the Welsh highlands. The surrounding terrain displays typical mountain features with steep slopes and open ridges.

The summit received Nuttall classification when British mountaineers defined criteria for peaks exceeding 600 meters with sufficient prominence. This categorization helped establish a systematic approach to ranking mountain features across Britain.

The slopes have long served as grazing grounds for local shepherds who continue traditional practices within the Snowdonia area. This pastoral use shapes how visitors encounter the hillside today.

Visitors reach the summit via established paths from Bethesda through the Cwm Caseg valley, needing navigation skills and gear suited to mountain weather. The route requires good fitness and awareness of changing conditions typical of highland terrain.

From here, views stretch westward across three distinct valleys, with Cwm Ffrydlas marking the northernmost natural boundary of the Carneddau range. This vantage point reveals the intricate erosion patterns that have carved the mountain landscape.

Location: Gwynedd

Elevation above the sea: 643 m

GPS coordinates: 53.18782,-4.01568

Latest update: December 14, 2025 20:30