Porthmadog is a splendid seaside resort and touring centre for the Snowdonia National Park. Inland, Blaenau Ffestiniog is now a town transformed from one of the world's greatest slate mining centres into a historic resort for visitors. Linking the two is the fascinating and lively Ffestiniog Railway, one of Wales' successful 'Great Little Trains', which passes through absolutely stunning scenery. It is a truly fulfilling area for both experienced and casual walkers, who can enjoy sweeping views, lakes and mountains, rivers and waterfalls, together with the stimulating, and in many cases 'living', remains of the industrial revolution. This new edition, extended to include a total of 20 walks, now gives you the opportunity to visit the viewpoint at Craig-y-garn, the Welsh Highland Railway and Coed Tremadog Nature Reserve near Porthmadog, Llyn Stwlan above Tanygrisiau, the estuary at Talsarnau and the magical Bryn Cader Faner. The location of each route is shown on the back cover, and a full summary of the major characteristics and length of each is described opposite.
