Is the 3 peaks harder than Snowdon?

Conclusion. The Welsh Three Peaks Challenge is a popular alternative to the National Three Peaks Challenge as it is set in stunning mountain scenery with significantly less driving. Snowdon is the most difficult of the mountains on the Welsh Three Peaks.



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Whether you're a seasoned adventurer, or just lacing up your first pair of walking boots, the famous 3 peaks challenge attracts walkers and travellers across the country. With our beginner's guide to the 3 Peak Challenge, we'll provide you with all the information you need before you tackle each peak!

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Is climbing Snowdon harder than climbing Ben Nevis? Snowdon and Ben Nevis are pretty much on a par when it comes to difficulty (although it does depend on the route). However, Scotland's Ben Nevis is around 300 metres taller and may feel harder due to the steepness of the summit.

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Mount Snowdon is instead, considered to be the easiest of the three. Scafell Pike is considered to be harder because it has a pretty steep incline. Part of the summit journey also involves a scree slope and this requires hikers to sort of scramble up. Therefore, it is tougher than Mount Snowdon and Ben Nevis.

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Total challenge time generally includes ascending and descending all three mountains. The 24-hour time includes both walking time and travel between the mountains — approximately thirteen hours hillwalking and eleven hours driving. Several timings options are available, depending on your arrival time into Fort William.

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