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Start: Plas y Brenin After a briefing and bike check, the ride leaves directly from Plas y Brenin and joins the old A5 beneath the dramatic cliffs of Moel Siabod. The early miles provide an opportunity to settle into the ride while taking in views across Capel Curig and the surrounding mountains.
Moel-y-Ci Café The first significant stop is the highly regarded Moel y Ci Café. This provides: Coffee and refreshments - Opportunity for battery check Route briefing for the mountain crossing ahead
Over the Hill to Llanberis Leaving the café, the route climbs up over the old bridle way or through the forest on moel y ci towards Llanberis.
Highlights include: Views of Yr Wyddfa Mountain passes and open moorland Historic quarry landscapes Quiet roads and tracks away from the main tourist routes
As the route drops towards Llanberis, riders enjoy a long scenic descent into one of Wales' most iconic mountain villages. Telegraph Valley From Llanberis the ride heads into the lesser-known Telegraph Valley. Often overlooked by visitors, this area offers: Outstanding views - Quiet trails - Historic links between Llanberis and Beddgelert Fantastic e-bike terrain The combination of rolling climbs and flowing descents makes this one of the most enjoyable sections of the day.
Beddgelert Forest The final stage enters Beddgelert Forest. Here the route becomes much more wooded and remote as riders enjoy: Forest roads - Singletrack sections - Views towards Moel Hebog - Classic Eryri forest scenery During autumn the beech and oak woodland provides some of the finest seasonal colours in North Wales.
Finish: Beddgelert
The ride concludes in Beddgelert. A Plas y Brenin minibus and trailer collect riders and bikes before returning to the centre.
This supported finish allows the route to remain a true journey rather than retracing tracks back to the start.
E-bike hire is subject to availability cost is £45 per person per day Read more
As autumn arrives in Eryri, Gwydir Forest comes alive with vibrant colours, crisp mountain air and spectacular views. Join us for a guided mountain bike adventure through ancient woodland, historic mining tracks, hidden trails and beautiful viewpoints overlooking the Conwy Valley.
Starting and finishing at Plas y Brenin, this is a fantastic day of natural mountain biking, exploration and adventure in the heart of North Wales.
Leave the trail centres behind and discover some of the natural riding that makes North Wales such a special mountain biking destination.
This guided adventure takes you from Plas y Brenin into the beautiful Gwydir Forest, linking forest roads, natural singletrack, historic tracks and hidden trails along the way. Your guide will take care of the route, leaving you free to enjoy the riding, scenery and autumn atmosphere.
Along the way we'll explore areas including Llyn Elsi, Gwydir Forest and historic mining and quarry tracks, with opportunities to stop and take in the views across the Conwy Valley.
The ride is aimed at riders with a moderate level of fitness and mountain biking experience who enjoy exploring natural terrain and want to discover more of what Eryri has to offer.
E-bike hire is subject to availability at a cost of £45 per person per day Read more
Discover one of the most atmospheric and fascinating corners of Eryri on an unforgettable e-bike adventure to Pont Scethin. Follow ancient trackways across remote uplands, uncover stories of drovers, pilgrims and travellers, and enjoy spectacular views from the mountains to the coast.
With the assistance of an e-bike, you'll have the freedom to explore this incredible landscape while enjoying a rewarding full day in the mountains.
Few rides in Eryri combine history, wilderness and scenery quite like the journey to Pont Scethin.
This full-day adventure takes you away from the busy tourist routes and into the remote uplands of southern Eryri. Following historic tracks and ancient crossing routes, we'll explore a landscape shaped by centuries of farming, travel and industry.
The centrepiece of the ride is Pont Scethin, a remarkable 17th-century packhorse bridge standing alone amongst the hills between the Rhinogydd and the coast.
Along the way, enjoy sweeping views across Cardigan Bay, the Llŷn Peninsula, the Rhinogydd, Cadair Idris and the mountains of southern Eryri.
E-Bike Hire is subject to availability with a cost of £45 per day per person Read more
Who Is It For? This ride is ideal for: New e-bike riders Leisure cyclists Walking groups looking to try cycling History enthusiasts Photography groups Riders wanting scenery rather than technical trails Why This Ride Works Unlike many e-bike routes that focus purely on covering distance, this journey combines: ✓ Ancient landscapes ✓ Prehistoric monuments ✓ Coastal views ✓ Mountain scenery ✓ Historic routes ✓ A visit to Conwy ✓ Accessible riding with e-bike support
E-bike hire is subject to availability and costs £45 per person per day Read more
This is a classic Eryri e-bike adventure, linking ancient routes, mountain lakes, historic castles and hidden valleys. Leaving directly from Plas y Brenin, the route explores the high ground above Betws-y-Coed before following sections of the historic Roman road of Sarn Helen towards Dolwyddelan.
The return journey uses quiet tracks and a superb descent via the historic Capel Chapel track back into Capel Curig, creating a ride that combines history, scenery and flowing mountain biking.
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This is a two-day course aimed at women who are new to riding mountain bikes. Our friendly, highly qualified instructors will help you develop good technical riding habits right from the start. These foundational skills will make all the difference in the long term. Plus, we’ll ensure your bike is set up right for you so that you can spend a full day on the bike.
You’ll spend each day making use of our purpose-built skills course and some of the local mountain bike trails. These include some of the finest mountain biking routes in Britain, featuring world-class single-track routes. The Gwydyr Forest trails and the Penmachno trails are right outside our back door. Other classic trails at Coed y Brenin and Coed Llandegla are only a short drive from our centre.
Bike Rental Information:
You can hire a Mountain Bike subject to availability at the time of enquiry. The cost is £35 per day. Please get in touch with us via e-mail at info@pyb.co.uk to make your enquiry. Read more
Create lasting memories with your teens on a family adventure in the Eryri National Park on an eBike ride with one of our expert instructors. Parents and their teens – either a single family group or shared friendship group. The mountains of the national park offer a range of eBike adventures. Well choose a route up in the local area to suit both your family/ friendship group and the weather conditions.
Residential bookings may be available, please contact us at info@pyb.co.uk for details.
Reduced-rate family e-bike hire is available, subject to availability, for an additional £35 per bike, per day. The maximum charge for a family group of up to five people is £120 per day. Read more
