Dolgellau, GWN Travel Guide
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Welcome to Dolgellau, GWN!
Known as the gateway to southern Snowdonia National Park, Dolgellau (pronounced Dol-geth-lie) is a historic town in Wales, situated at the foot of Cader Idris (Cadair Idris) mountain range in the county of Gwynedd. Dolgellau is an ideal base camp for exploring its natural surroundings. The town offers plenty of accommodation options ranging from hotels to cosy bed and breakfasts, and self-catering vacation homes. There is much to explore in this ancient market town with an industrious past built on the wool trade, leather tanning trade, and a mini gold rush in the 19th century. Visitors can spend time exploring Dolgellau's historic buildings or venture out and enjoy recreational pursuits in Snowdonia National Park, hike the paths up the Cader Idris mountain range, do some mountain biking in Coed y Brenin, explore the scenic Mawddach Trail, listen to Welsh folk music at Ty Siamas, fish in the River Mawddach or visit the nearby King Arthur's Labyrinth. There is something for everyone in Dolgellau and the surrounding area.
Hotels & Motels
The Royal Ship Hotel Dolgellau
The Royal Ship Hotel is located in a historic early 19th century building.
The Royal Ship Hotel is located in a historic early 19th century building.
Tour Operators
Coed y Brenin
Coed y Brenin offers world class mountain bike trails for beginners to the more advanced.
Coed y Brenin offers world class mountain bike trails for beginners to the more advanced.
