North Wales has some of the most beautiful coastal scenery in
Britain, and a fascinating maritime and industrial history. Passing
through it is the new Wales Coast Path, a continuous footpath which
stretches from near Chester around the full coastline of Wales,
promoted by the Welsh Assembly Government and launched on the 5th
May 2012. In North Wales the Coast Path runs along a coastline of
great variety, some carrying Heritage status, while on Anglesey and
the Llyn peninsula much falls within designated Areas of
Outstanding Natural Beauty, some owned by the National Trust. The
coastal landscape includes sand dunes, cliffs, tidal river
estuaries, sand and shingle beaches, sheltered coves and harbours,
the stunning limestone headlands of the Great and Little Orme and
the foothills of the Carneddau mountains overlooking the sea. From
the saltmarsh and extensive mudflats of Traeth Lafan to the high
rocky cliffs of Holyhead Mountain, the coast provides an important
habitat of international importance for many species of birds. It
also contains important historical sites, impressive ancient
monuments and buildings, as well as 19thC navigational aids for
shipping.
From the Dee Estuary west to Anglesey and the Llyn peninsula the
coast offers many great coastal walks. This selection reflects the
coasts rich diversity, scenic value, historic interest, and some of
the best sections of the Coast Path. They pass through historic
ports, popular seaside resorts, and the medieval fortified town of
Conwy, a World Heritage Site. They visit nature reserves, a
Heritage Park, remote ancient churches, holy wells, Iron Age
hillforts, a Neolithic burial chamber and a small romantic island.
They feature marinas, lighthouses, maritime beacons, an old
telegraph station and stunning views.
The routes, which range from a 1 mile dune and beach walk to an 8
mile walk along the unspoilt cliffs of northern Llyn, are well
within the capabilities of most people. Many routes contain shorter
walk options. They follow public rights of way or permissive paths,
and occasionally cross Open Access land.
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