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Wales
Moel y Faen [Llantysilio Mountain]
547M
1795FT
About Moel y Faen [Llantysilio Mountain]
Guarding the eastern flank of the Llantysilio range, Moel y Faen is a rugged introduction to the Dee Valley’s uplands. It’s a landscape defined by prehistoric cairns and Victorian slate-gouging, offering expansive views for those who don’t mind a bit of industrial grit with their scenery.
Key Statistics
Rank
251st Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Snowdonia
Prominence
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58.8m
Nearest Town
Rhewl
Geology
The ground beneath your feet is the Nantglyn Flags Formation, made of ancient layers of mud and siltstone compressed into solid rock.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SJ184475
Latitude
53.0186°N
Longitude
3.2179°W
Did You Know?
- •The fell is dominated by the remains of the Moel y Faen slate quarry, which operated extensively in the 19th century and left a permanent, jagged profile on the hillside.
- •Archaeologists have identified multiple Bronze Age round cairns near the summit, suggesting the site has been a place of significance for several millennia.
- •It serves as the gateway to the Llantysilio ridge, offering a panoramic vantage point over the Vale of Llangollen and the distant peaks of Snowdonia on clear days.
- •Despite its modest height, the fell’s proximity to the Horseshoe Pass means you can experience true mountain weather while still being within smelling distance of a greasy spoon café.
- •The 'path' is often more of a suggestion than a reality, leading hikers into a tactical game of 'find the solid ground' amidst the shifting slate and surprisingly deep heather.