Welcome to Betws-y-Coed

The official visitor website for Betws-y-Coed… and surrounding towns and villages!

A warm Welsh welcome – “Croeso” – to Betws-y-Coed, the ‘Gateway to Eryri | Snowdonia National Park’ in the heart of North Wales.

A magical setting…

The unique location of Betws-y-Coed means it has a distinctly Alpine feel, enhanced by the dense Gwydyr Forest that surrounds the village.

Whilst neighbouring towns and villages such as the attractive town of Llanrwst and the pretty village of Trefriw are also great places to both visit and stay.

Memorable experiences!

If you are wanting excitement, adventure and fun activities during your holiday then you are spoilt for choice in Eryri | Snowdonia and North Wales.

Whether hiking or climbing Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) itself, going caving underground, wild swimming in beautiful lakes or mountain biking in forests, there is an amazing variety of unique and unusual things to do here.

Looking for the perfect place to stay?

There is a wide choice of accommodation to suit all needs and budgets – check out our guide to find your ideal holiday destination!

Enjoy the best food and drink

When it comes to great places to eat and drink you’ll find both locally sourced Welsh delicacies and award-winning food in the diverse range of cafés, coffee shops, pubs and restaurants that the area has to offer.

Fancy some shopping?

There are wonderful independent shops offering Welsh crafts, clothing, gifts, and local produce, and galleries that display the very best of Welsh art, along with outdoor gear shops for your adventures!

So plan your trip to Betws-y-Coed, Llanrwst, Trefriw and the surrounding area today, and discover everything that is special about this unique place!