Reasons to visit Snowdonia this summer
Snowdonia is one of the busiest regions in Wales when it comes to summer, this is due to the vast variety of activities and things you can do in the area. Clear summer days in Snowdonia can offer you some of the best scenery around the world. The warm weather this time of year makes Snowdonia the dream destination for your summer getaway. Here are the biggest reasons why you should visit Snowdonia this summer.
No Covid-19 Restrictions
Summer 2022 will be the first summer since the Covid-19 pandemic started in 2020, where Wales will see little to no Covid-19 restrictions. Certain activities and locations within Snowdonia were affected by previous Covid-19 restrictions, meaning they were often closed or activities were limited. Take the opportunity to do the things you have been unable to do during the pandemic.
Activities
Surf Snowdonia
Surf Snowdonia prides itself as the world’s first and only Wavegarden Surfing destination of its kind, making people visit from all over the world. It opened in 2015, and offers services for surfers of all ages and abilities. Surf Snowdonia uses natural Welsh freshwater which is collected from the mountains. This destination is the perfect family day out, and ideal for those hot summer days. Surf Snowdonia is part of the Adventure Parc Snowdonia, where you can also eat at the Surfside Kitchen, Deli and Cafe.
Zip World
Zip World offers a host of incredible fun filled activities to choose from, at all of their different locations. These activities are perfect for any adrenaline junkie looking to have some fun this summer. The summer is the best time to visit a Zip World site, certain activities can be canceled due to bad weather during other periods of the year. The sites include:
- Zip World Fforest
- Zip World Penhryn Quarry
- Zip World Llechwedd
- Zip World Tower
Some of the unique and amazing opportunities on offer at these sites include Underground Golf, Caverns, Fforest Coaster, Velocity 2, The Plummet 2, Deep Mine Tour, Sky Ride 2 and much more. There are activities for everyone including children.
Snowdon
Perhaps the biggest attraction to Snowdonia is Mount Snowdon. Snowdon or ‘Yr Wyddfa’ in Welsh, is the highest mountain in Wales and England, considered to be one of the most famous landmarks in Britain. The peak of snowdon is over 1000 meters, making it a good challenge and a great keep fit activity. There are six different walking routes you can take when walking up Snowdon, these are:
- Llanberis Path
- PYG Track
- Miners Track
- Watkin Path
- Rhyd-Ddu Path
- Snowdon Ranger Path
The walk up Snowdon can vary in difficulty depending on which route you take up to the summit. Summer time is considered the best period of the year to do the walk, due to the harsh weather conditions experienced the higher you walk up the mountain. These harsh weather conditions are amplified during seasons such as winter, where it is only recommended that you walk up Snowdon if you are experienced and skilled. Walking up Snowdon during winter months can be very dangerous.
If you are planning a trip this summer, make Snowdonia your destination. Snowdonia will not disappoint, and will leave you wanting to come back next summer. Why not book your stay here with us at Ty’n Rhos Country House.