The Glyderau, also known as the Glyders in English, is a group of mountains located in Snowdonia, North Wales. The range is named after its highest peaks, Glyder Fawr and Glyder Fach. According to Sir Ifor Williams, the name “Glyder” comes from the Welsh word “Cludair”, which means a heap of stones.
I highly recommend this area if you enjoy hiking, scrambling, or climbing. The rocky area is not very large, so it can get crowded. I suggest visiting early in the morning to avoid congestion. Once you go above the first two lakes, you’ll see fewer people. However, there are a few scrambling lines that attract a lot of people. Unfortunately, I noticed that many people bring their dogs with them for scrambling, even though it’s not their natural habitat. This can be dangerous for both the owner and the dog. It’s best to leave your furry friends at home and enjoy the area without them.
I recently spent a few days in Glyderau and plan to return soon to prepare for my mountain leader qualification.
