Wales Coast Path

Explore by region

Welcome to the Wales coast path- 870 miles in which to enjoy spectacular scenery, from soaring cliffs to golden sands. The Coast Path creates a complete path along the whole welsh coastline and, when joined together with Offa's Dyke Path National Trail, the total route extends more than 1,000 miles.

The Wales Coast Path winds its way through towns and villages cliff tops and sandy beaches, sometimes darting inland before emerging once again at a sheltered cove or tiny hamlet that you would forever miss when travelling by car, bus or train.

Visit www.walescoastpath.gov.uk for further information about the Wales Coast Path including detailed maps, and to view the following regional leaflets:

1. North Wales Coast & Dee Estuary

Wonderful sandy beaches, family friendly towns and villages, with access to Offa's Dyke Path National Trail.

2. Isle of Anglesey

Escape to this beautiful Welsh island so rich in history,stunning scenery and wide sandy beaches.

3. Menai, Llyn & Meirionnydd

This beautiful and often remote region has the mighty Snowdonia National Park as a natural backdrop.

4. Ceredigion

The majestic sweep of Cardigan Bay affords the walker glimpses of dolphins and porpoise, seals and a host of marine birds.

5. Pembrokeshire

Explore rugged cliffs, golden beaches and hidden coves in this paradise for wildlife lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.

6. Carmarthenshire

Soak up culture and heritage and explore the estuaries of Tywi, Taf and Gwendraeth.

7. Gower & Swansea Bay

An area of contrasts; from the busy seaside city of Swansea to the stunning coastline of the Gower Peninsula with its award winning golden beaches.

8. South Wales Coast & Severn Estuary

City life, industrial heritage, wildlife watching opportunities and spectacular scenery sit side by sdie on this constantly changing coastline.

The Coast Path is made up of -

-Caer/ Chester

- Y Fflint/ Flint

- Rhyl

- Llandudno

- Bangor

- Caergybi/ Holyhead

- Caernarfon

-Nefyn

- Aberdaron

- Abersoch

- Portmadog

- Harlech

- Abermaw/ Barmoth

- Aberdyfi Aberdovey

- Machynlleth

- Aberystwyth

- Aberaeron

- Aberteifi/ Cardigan

- Abergwaun/ Fishguard

- Tyddewi/ ST. Davids

- Penfro/ Pembroke

- Dinbych-y-pysgod Tenby

- Caerfyrddin/ Caermarthen

- Llanelli

- Abertawe/ Swansea

- Port Talbot

- Porthcawl

- Ynys y Barri/ Barry Island

-Caerdydd/ Cardiff

-Casnewydd/ Newport

- Cas-gwent/ Chepstow

Other ways to enjoy the Wales Coast Path

Family Fun

The coast of Wales is a great place for families, with a huge range of activities, castles, nature trails and wildlife reserves, country parks and places to picnic, boat trips, funfairs and adventure centres.

Beach lovers

Enjoy some of the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches in the whole of Britain.

Wildlife

See rare and protected species of sea birds and wildfowl, large populations of dolphins and seals, walk nature trails and visit nature reserves where wildlife abounds.

Heritage

Wales' tumultuous past and recent industrial history is in evidence all over the country, and the Coast Path takes you right alongside some of the most fascinating buildings and places.

Cycling

There are some great cycling opportunities in many locations on the Coast Path and fantastic scenery in Europe.

Culture

From local festivals and film to theatre and opera, you're never far from a cultural encounter while on the Wales Coast Path.

Adrenalin Seekers

From absailing to white water rafting, world-class mountain biking to paragliding, karting to wall climbing, Wales has everything to offer those seeking an adrenalin buzz.

Arts& Crafts

Inspired by beautiful and dramatic countryside, skilled and proud artisans have been a feature of Welsh life for centuries.

www.walescoastpath.gov.uk

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