Welsh 3000s Challenge
Date - 21 - 23 July
Location - Snowdonia
Difficulty - Extreme
Distance - 45km
Duration - 3 Days
Take your challenge experience to the next level with this classic mountain challenge in stunning Snowdonia. All 3000ft mountains, in a single epic weekend. One incredible adventure to test yourself against.
About the event
- Take on the UK's most iconic mountain challenge
- Experience the rugged beauty of Snowdonia
- Summit Wales highest peak - Snowdon (1,085m)
- Fully supported by experienced mountain leaders
- Summit all of Snowdonia's 3000ft mountains, in a single epic weekend.
If you are looking for your next adventurous challenge in the mountains then this is it. Long known as a classic challenge amongst serious mountain walkers Charity Challenge have worked hard to create an itinerary to test the most experienced challenge participant.
This exhilarating, extremely challenging and hugely rewarding challenge will have you trekking over the highest mountains in Wales over a sustained three day period.
The Welsh 3000 Challenge sees participants climb all 15 peaks over 3000ft (910m) in Wales (including the highest - Snowdon). As you link all of these peaks together you can expect to cover just over 45 kilometres (30 miles).
This is a real mountain challenge and should not be taken lightly. The terrain is extremely varied involving some steep ascents and descents, long distances and little sleep. This is a challenge suitable for those who are physically fit and who are already experienced walkers.
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