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Porthdinllaen

Morfa Nefyn, United Kingdom

Views

A tiny fishing hamlet on a sandy bay on the north coast of the Llŷn peninsula. Cars cannot drive down: park at the National Trust car park in Morfa Nefyn and walk along the beach at low tide or over the headland.

Nearest town
Morfa Nefyn, United Kingdom
Category
Scenic viewpoints
GPS
52.9440, -4.5660

Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • United Kingdom: Tolls on some roads, bridges or tunnels. Drive on the left. Some bridges and tunnels charge tolls.

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FAQs

Where is Porthdinllaen?

Porthdinllaen is in Morfa Nefyn, United Kingdom, at GPS 52.9440, -4.5660. It is about 18 km from Aberdaron.

Can you camp near Porthdinllaen?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Tyn Y Coed Touring Park, about 2 km away; within 25 km there are 110 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Porthdinllaen?

Porthdinllaen is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Anglesey and the Llŷn peninsula.

What is there to see near Porthdinllaen?

Places worth a stop nearby: Criccieth Castle (23 km), Caernarfon Castle (29 km), Portmeirion (31 km) and Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa) (36 km).

When is the best time to visit Porthdinllaen?

The most pleasant months are usually June. Still fine, with some compromises, in May and July–September. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)