Mynydd Deulyn

The walk up Mynydd Deulyn from Llanrwst takes about two hours, depending on your pace and how often you stop to catch your breath. It's a proper hill rather than a mountain - 500 metres at the summit - but the views across the Conwy Valley justify the effort. On a clear day you can see right down to the coast and across to Snowdonia.

The path itself is straightforward, well-trodden, and mostly manageable for anyone with reasonable fitness. Families with older kids will cope fine; younger ones might find it a bit relentless, though there are spots to rest halfway up. The terrain changes from woodland at the lower reaches to open moorland towards the top, so you get that satisfying shift from enclosed to expansive.

Walkers and hikers are the obvious fit here. This isn't a Sunday stroll - you're committing to the climb - but it's not scrambling either. History enthusiasts might appreciate the views down to Llanrwst itself, where the famous bridge and town are visible from up top.

There's no entrance fee and no facilities at the summit, so bring water and something to eat. Morning light is best for photography. If you're based at either Maenan Abbey Caravan Park or Erw Glas Glamping nearby, this works as a solid half-day outing that won't eat your entire itinerary. The descent takes about an hour - easier on the legs but tougher on the knees, so take it steady.