Dinas Oleu

Rising behind Barmouth, rocky Dinas Oleu (258m) made history in 1895 by becoming the first property ever bequeathed to the National Trust, kick-starting a movement dedicated to preserving Britain's best landscapes and buildings. The most popular trail up the "Fortess of Light" is the Panorama Walk (signposted from the A496 on the eastern edge of town along Gloddfa Rd), which has the best views of Mawddach Estuary.