Starting at Corwen, the route follows the disused Corwen to Cynwyd
Railway line, running alongside the River Dee, to Cynwyd
village.
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Distance: 3.6 km / 2.25 miles
Difficulty: Easy
The
Corwen to Cynwyd railway was part of the Ruabon to Barmouth line, carrying
holidaymakers to the coast. It opened in 1866 and closed in the 1968. The
disused line has become an important wildlife habitat as the woodland and
grassland edging the track has flourished. The clean waters of the nearby River
Dee also support many plants and animals, including rarities such as Otter,
Salmon and Freshwater Pearl Mussel. It is designated as a SSSI (Site of Special
Scientific Interest) and SAC (Special Area of Conservation) to conserve its
wildlife value.
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Llangar
church was used from about 1291 until it was replaced by a new church in Cynwyd
in 1874. Internally it retains many medieval features including wall paintings
as well as a macabre 17th century figure of death. (The church is managed by
Cadw who offer guided tours, telephone 01490 412025 in summer or 01483 336103
for further information.)
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