There's far more to southern Snowdonia than Cader Idris. Take the Arans, for example, a dramatic ridge with a summit higher than its better-known neighbour, but a fraction of the fame and footfall. This is a fine traverse of the Aran ridge from the east, taking in the main summit of Aran Fawddwy as well as Aran Benllyn and Erw y Ddafad-ddu. On this walk you'll get the best views of Creiglyn Dyfi, the source of the Afon Dyfi, and the wild eastern crags of a quietly spectacular mountain range.
14.90 km, 892m ascent, 6 – 7 hours
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