Beddgelert Welsh Highland Railway
Sightseeing attraction | Caernarfon | Wales | United Kingdom
Historic train journey in Wales
The Welsh Highland Railway
Beauty of Welsh landscape
The WHR was originally opened in the 1920s, but experienced several closures and reopenings before being fully restored and reopened for tourism. Today, it connects Caernarfon and Porthmadog, offering passengers a unique opportunity to experience the stunning Welsh landscape from a historical perspective.
Steam train ride in North Wales
The route starts in Caernarfon, known for its impressive castle, and travels through diverse landscapes including dense forests, open fields, and dramatic mountain scenery. A highlight of the journey is the stop in Beddgelert, a picturesque village famous for its stone bridge and the legend of the faithful dog Gelert. The station in Beddgelert was reopened in 2009, allowing travelers to explore the village or go hiking in the surrounding nature.
Hiking around Beddgelert
The WHR trains are pulled by historic steam locomotives that have been carefully restored to provide passengers with an authentic travel experience. The carriages are comfortably furnished, allowing passengers to enjoy the passing scenery to the fullest. A special offering is the "Gelert Explorer", a journey from Caernarfon to Beddgelert and back, passing through the foothills of Snowdon and offering travelers unparalleled views.
Tourist attractions in North Wales
The WHR is not just a means of transportation, but also a living museum preserving the industrial and cultural history of North Wales. It is operated by the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, dedicated to the preservation and operation of these historic rail lines.
