Gwynedd - all beaches

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About Gwynedd

Sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and mountain landscapes - all this is magnificent Gwynedd. Mountains and sea - a powerful mixture that takes the breath away from even the most sophisticated traveler! Please don't say we didn't warn you!

Popular destinations

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Cilan

Cilan

5 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Aberdaron

Aberdaron

3 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Llanengan

Llanengan

6 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Morfa

Morfa

4 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Abersoch

Abersoch

7 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Llanbedrog

Llanbedrog

8 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Rhydlios

Rhydlios

4 beaches
Cliffs • Wild beach • Good for Kayaking
Pwllheli

Pwllheli

9 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Morfa Nefyn

Morfa Nefyn

5 beaches
Cliffs • Natural shadow • Wild beach
Dinas Dinlle

Dinas Dinlle

2 beaches
Picturesque • Cliffs • Wild beach
Aberdovey

Aberdovey

4 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Pet friendly
Tywyn

Tywyn

6 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Pet friendly
Criccieth

Criccieth

5 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Kayaking • Kite or windsurfing
Port-yr-hirfaen

Port-yr-hirfaen

3 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Camping
Fairbourne

Fairbourne

2 beaches
Good for Relax • Sand • Pebbles
Llanenddwyn

Llanenddwyn

4 beaches
Wild beach • Good for Relax • Sand
Harlech

Harlech

4 beaches
Wild beach • Kite or windsurfing • Camping
Barmouth

Barmouth

3 beaches
Wild beach • Camping • Naturist beach
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Gwynedd Best beaches

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Abersoch beach
Abersoch beach
Abersoch beach
Good for Relax

Abersoch beach

Abersoch 0.5 km
Good
7.9
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
4.3 Amenities index
Traeth Porthor
Traeth Porthor
Traeth Porthor
Good for Relax

Traeth Porthor

Rhydlios 1.5 km
Good
7.8
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Very crowded • Large low tide • Distant parking
2.2 Amenities index
Llanbedrog beach
Llanbedrog beach
Llanbedrog beach
Good for Relax

Llanbedrog beach

Llanbedrog 0.7 km
Good
7.4
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
4.3 Amenities index
Traeth Porth Ceiriad
Traeth Porth Ceiriad
Traeth Porth Ceiriad
Good for Relax

Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Cilan 0.8 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Large low tide • Distant parking
0.5 Amenities index
Traeth Abermaw beach
Traeth Abermaw beach
Traeth Abermaw beach
Good for Relax

Traeth Abermaw beach

Barmouth 0.2 km
Good
7.2
Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season • Large low tide
3.2 Amenities index
Greenacres beach
Greenacres beach
Greenacres beach
Good for Relax

Greenacres beach

Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
Good
7
Free entrance • Virgin beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Large low tide
2.2 Amenities index
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Popular types of Gwynedd beaches

Picturesque
Picturesque
Pebble
Pebble
Naturist beach
Naturist beach
Natural shadow
Natural shadow
Kite or windsurfing
Kite or windsurfing
Sup-surfing
Sup-surfing
Surfing
Surfing
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Calm, measured rest and the sound of waves are perhaps the most common associations that arise with the word "beach". This is not surprising, as relaxation is exactly what many beach travelers are looking for. If you associate your vacation primarily with such activity, choose one of the 20 beaches in the region.

To make your choice easier, we have prepared a list of the best beaches for relaxation in Gwynedd.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Gwynedd

Llanbedrog beach

Llanbedrog beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Llanbedrog 0.7 km
Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Cilan 0.8 km
Greenacres beach

Greenacres beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
Aberdaron Beach

Aberdaron Beach
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Aberdaron 0.2 km
Traeth Glan-y-Don

Traeth Glan-y-Don
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Pwllheli 1.1 km
Harlech Beach
Harlech beach

Harlech Beach
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Harlech 1.2 km
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Sandy beaches in Gwynedd

Abersoch beach

Abersoch beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Abersoch 0.5 km
Traeth Porthor

Traeth Porthor
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Rhydlios 1.5 km
Llanbedrog beach

Llanbedrog beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Llanbedrog 0.7 km
Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Cilan 0.8 km
Traeth Abermaw beach

Traeth Abermaw beach
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Barmouth 0.2 km
Greenacres beach

Greenacres beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
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Best dog friendly beaches in Gwynedd

Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Cilan 0.8 km
Greenacres beach

Greenacres beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
Aberdyfi beach

Aberdyfi beach
7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Aberdovey 0.5 km
Nefyn beach

Nefyn beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Morfa Nefyn 0.8 km
Aberdaron Beach

Aberdaron Beach
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Light sand & pebble, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Aberdaron 0.2 km
Quarry beach

Quarry beach
6.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Abersoch 2.9 km
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Long beaches in Gwynedd

Abersoch beach

Abersoch beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Abersoch 0.5 km
Llanbedrog beach

Llanbedrog beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Llanbedrog 0.7 km
Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Cilan 0.8 km
Traeth Abermaw beach

Traeth Abermaw beach
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Barmouth 0.2 km
Greenacres beach

Greenacres beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
Aberdyfi beach

Aberdyfi beach
7
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Aberdovey 0.5 km
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Wild and hidden beaches in Gwynedd

Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Cilan 0.8 km
Greenacres beach

Greenacres beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
Nefyn beach

Nefyn beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Morfa Nefyn 0.8 km
Traeth Glan-y-Don

Traeth Glan-y-Don
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Pwllheli 1.1 km
Harlech Beach
Harlech beach

Harlech Beach
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Harlech 1.2 km
Traeth Penllech

Traeth Penllech
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Morfa 0.9 km
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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Gwynedd

Abersoch beach

Abersoch beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Abersoch 0.5 km
Traeth Porthor

Traeth Porthor
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Rhydlios 1.5 km
Llanbedrog beach

Llanbedrog beach
7.4
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Llanbedrog 0.7 km
Traeth Porth Ceiriad

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
7.2
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Cilan 0.8 km
Traeth Abermaw beach

Traeth Abermaw beach
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Barmouth 0.2 km
Greenacres beach

Greenacres beach
7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Port-yr-hirfaen 1 km
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Attraction and Infrastructure

As for the main features of the beaches of Gwynedd, they are as follows:

  • The region's beaches are mainly wide, long and have a medium level of cleanliness. The most common surface is sand of bright color.
  • Usually, entry into the water is gentle, which is very good for kids. There are 20 such beaches.
  • An important clarification, 20 beaches in the region have a long intertidal zone, which means that during low tide hours you may have to travel a considerable distance. This is also something to consider if you don't want to suddenly be in the water at high tide.
  • Some beach bays can be densely occupied by motor boats or yachts, which usually negatively affects water pollution. There are about 8 beaches in Gwynedd, where a significant number of ships can be observed from time to time.
  • The average distance from the road to beach in Gwynedd is less than 500 meters. 20 beaches are relatively easy to access.

Wild beaches with no infrastructure dominate the coastline of Gwynedd however, even here you can find a beach with a standard set of accessories: sun beds, umbrellas, restaurants, showers and toilets.

Latest reviews on Gwynedd's beaches

Abersoch beach
10 Adam Winslow

I've been coming to this beach for years and it never fails to amaze me. The scenery is breathtaking and it's perfect for paddle boarding. The facilities are pretty good and it's conveniently located near the town center, making it an ideal spot for a fun day at the beach in Abersoch.

Traeth Porthor
10 J K L

We were so glad to have found this gorgeous spot! The beach was breathtaking, with its golden sand and crystal clear water. There was a cafe just a few seconds away, but unfortunately it was closed when we visited. I can only imagine how bustling it must be on a sunny day. If you're not into lounging on the beach, there are also some nice walks on the nearby cliffs.

Llanbedrog beach
8 Kieran

When the tide is out, this beach is quite lovely and spacious. Additionally, it's quite sheltered, so even when it's really windy, it's still a decent place to walk the dog. I believe the headland provides good coverage.

Traeth Porth Ceiriad
10 Lena Lisenko

This beach is truly a hidden gem, tucked away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The journey to reach it may be a bit of an adventure, navigating single track country roads and facing the occasional tractor coming in the opposite direction, but the destination is well worth the effort. With two convenient car parks and a scenic walk down paths and steps, you'll feel like you've discovered a secret oasis. The sand is soft and the beach is long and wide, providing ample space to explore and relax. It's no wonder we found ourselves returning twice in the same week, unable to resist the allure of this stunning spot.

Traeth Abermaw beach
10 Zara Farida

This beach is simply stunning. It's almost as if the sand and sea were handpicked from the most picturesque postcards. And for those who prefer to avoid the company of dogs, you're in luck - one side is entirely canine-free. The water is crystal clear and pristine, and there are plenty of dining options nearby to satisfy your hunger. But let's be real, who needs food when you have such a breathtaking view?

Aberdyfi beach
10 Aurelien Thompson

This idyllic coastal destination is ideal for a leisurely stroll with your loved ones or a brisk jog with your furry friend. Boasting over three miles of pristine sand and towering dunes, it's a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The breathtaking Welsh landscape is on full display here, showcasing the region's natural splendor at its finest.

Finding hotels in relative proximity to the beaches is usually fine. Many beaches have enough nearby accommodation, which gives good opportunities to choose the right place to stay.

The hottest month of the region is August - air temperature during this time warms up to 17.9°C and water up to 18.3°C. The coldest month is January - air temperature drops to 8.1°C and water to 9.3°C.

Do you know how many beaches there are in Gwynedd? In total there are 20 beaches and the most popular is Abersoch beach.

Most viewed beaches of Gwynedd

Traeth Abermaw beach

Traeth Abermaw beach
7.2
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Barmouth 0.2 km
Morfa Dyffryn beach

Morfa Dyffryn beach
5.7
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Llanenddwyn 2.2 km
Traeth Porthor

Traeth Porthor
7.8
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access
United Kingdom, Rhydlios 1.5 km
Traeth Penllech

Traeth Penllech
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Morfa 0.9 km
Traeth Glan-y-Don

Traeth Glan-y-Don
6.8
Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray sand, Turquoise pure water
United Kingdom, Pwllheli 1.1 km
Abersoch beach

Abersoch beach
7.9
Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand
United Kingdom, Abersoch 0.5 km
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the main features of best beaches in Gwynedd?

When it comes to finding the best beaches in Gwynedd, the following aspects should be taken into account.

There are 20 beaches in total, of which about 0 can be called high-rated.

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What are all easy accessible beaches in Gwynedd?

Most of the beaches located in Gwynedd are easily accessible, but there are also hard to reach beaches among them. Use the filter to sort the beaches by access details (parking, distance etc.).

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How to view all sandy beaches or beaches with other natural features in Gwynedd?

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