Mynydd y Dref

Mynydd y Dref is a hill in Conwy, Wales, rising to 244 meters above sea level with multiple trails leading to viewpoints overlooking Conwy Bay and surrounding valleys. Different routes allow visitors to approach the summit from various directions and take in different views of the landscape.

The summit holds remains of Castell Caer Seion, an Iron Age hillfort with over 50 stone circles and platform houses from ancient settlements. These archaeological traces show the site was of strategic importance in prehistoric times.

The mountain is woven into local walking routes that connect Welsh communities and are regularly used by residents. These paths form part of how people move through and experience the wider countryside.

The hill is accessible through several marked footpaths from Sychnant Pass, with parking available at designated starting points. The area offers routes of varying difficulty, allowing visitors to choose based on their fitness level.

The hill originated from volcanic activity roughly 450 million years ago and was later quarried for millstone production during the Napoleonic Wars. This unusual dual role shows how a natural location became tied to regional craft traditions.