Plynlimon from Esteddfa Gurig
Introduction to Walk 1304
Region - Cambrian Mountains
County/Area - Ceredigion
Author - Peter Lane
Length - 5.0 miles / 8.1 km
Ascent - 1100 feet / 333 metres
Grade - moderate
This ascent of Plynlimon, the highest point in mid-Wales, offers superb views and quiet approach paths.
Walk Description Map showing start
Maps 
| Ordnance Survey Explorer 213 | Sheet Map | 1:25k | BUY MAP |
| Anquet OS Explorer 213 | Digital Map | 1:25k | BUY MAP |
| Ordnance Survey Landranger 135 | Sheet Map | 1:50k | BUY MAP |
| Anquet OS Landranger 135 | Digital Map | 1:50k | BUY MAP |
It is recommended you take a map. The preferred scale is 1:25k.
Digital Maps - For more information on digital maps go to Anquet Maps. Digital maps, including Ordnance Survey, Harvey Superwalker and British Mountain Maps, are available for your PC, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Android tablet and phone.
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Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further.
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