From a remarkable clifftop castle, along miles of beautiful beaches and nature reserves to ancient burial chambers.

Visit the most picturesque and unspoilt beaches whilst walking the path

Make your way along this seaside sculpture trail for the perfect selfie snapshot

From abseiling to white water rafting, world-class mountain biking to paragliding, karting to wall climbing, Wales has everything to offer those seeking adventure and an adrenalin buzz. 

Piers and Promenades: find your spring in winter

In the footsteps of smugglers and press gangs along beaches described as the most beautiful in Britain.

Enjoy the views of beaches known for World Land Speed records and D-Day landings

Artists, writers and film and TV stars have all found inspiration and stunning locations in Wales, and around the Coast Path there are many locations associated with literature, paintings and films. Follow in their footsteps.

The Wales Coast Path is easily accessible by the public transport system and many locations are also accessibly by the National Cycle Network.

It’s not all walking. In addition to the wide range of walking opportunities outlined, there are so many other things to see and do along the Coast Path.

Many sections of path are ideal for runners

Will Renwick - the youngest person (age 22) to walk both the Wales Coast Path and Offa’s Dyke.

The Wales Coast Path is easily accessible by the public transport system and many locations are also accessibly by the National Cycle Network.

Spend quality family time together on this rockpool and beach walk

Parts of the path are suitable and have facilities for horse riders

Browse around Dylan Thomas' famous boathouse with fantastic views of the River Taf and Gower beyond

Apart from being a rugby nation, Wales now features Premier League football. It boasts a number of championship-class golf courses, has world-class sports arenas, hosts major international motor sport events, the Iron Man Wales triathlon, marathons, and the spectacular coastline has year-round water sports activities like yachting, powerboat and longboat racing.

In addition to the opportunities for escapism while exploring the coast path itself, you can find so many other ways to escape from the real world while you make your way round the Coast Path, that there’s a danger you may never get back to it!

Walk this remote corner of Wales to marvel at the spectacular coastal scenery