Cnicht 'The Welsh Matterhorn'

Cnicht Mountain Circular

When viewed from the south-west, particularly from the direction of Porthmadog, its shape has led to it being nicknamed the "Matterhorn of Wales", despite being 3,789 meters shorter. In actuality, Cnicht is a long ridge and, at 689 m, is the fifth-highest peak in the Moelwynion mountain range.

Distance; 11km

Time; 7 hours

Ascent; 650m

Level; challenging, steep terrain, a good level of fitness required.