Walks from Bangor

Pavement and tarmac route from Bangor station to Bangor Pier, passing the University of Bangor with views across the Menai Strait.

Coastal: three fifths along the coast.

The Menai Strait: Tidal strait between mainland Wales and Anglesey, with scenic views from the route.

University of Bangor: Welsh university whose halls of accommodation are passed on the walk.

Bangor Pier: A Grade II listed Victorian pier reaching out into the Menai Strait, with views across to Anglesey. A small entry fee applies for adults.

Time: 1h30–3h30

Warnings: A fifth urban.

Walk details: Transport for Wales (tips, photos and turn-by-turn directions).

The views are spectacular. A walk of two contrasting halves: a steep, sometimes stony climb up and over Bangor Mountain on lanes and footpaths through the town, then a long, generally well-maintained coastal section on the Wales Coast Path with stretches of pebbles and sand and sea-eroded path. Involves steep sections and quite a lot of rough ground. Second half follows the Wales Coast Path. Views to Anglesey, Puffin Island, the Great Orme and Penmaenmawr; hides indicate plentiful wildlife. No facilities on the coastal section.

Coastal: three fifths along the coast.

Time: 4h–8h

Lunch: The Slate pub just off route near Llandegai is the last chance for refreshments before Llanfairfechan; no facilities along the coastal section.

Warnings: Steep climbs and a fair amount of rough ground. Cross the A5 with care. Coastal path crosses a shingle beach and eroded sections; not advisable during very high spring tides with strong onshore winds.

Walk details: Railwalks.

Similar walk: Slow Ways (inc. GPX).