Enjoy a scenic journey through Snowdonia National Park and enjoy stunning vistas in every direction. Along the way you’ll see popular landmarks, including the slate tips in Blaenau Ffestiniog, the spiral and the tunnel as you approach Llyn Ystradau.
Spooners Café at Harbour station will be serving seasonal light bites and refreshments every day. The gift shop will also be open if you want to purchase some goodies to remind you of your day.
There will be two departures form Porthmadog on each day of the Christmas Mountain Spirit – one at 10am and another at 13.30. There will be one departure from Blaenau Ffestiniog at 11.40 to complete a return journey.
The trip lasts approximately 2 hours 50 minutes including a short break at Blaenau Ffestiniog so that you can take some photos, pick up some refreshments and stretch your legs ahead of the return journey.
Visitors are encouraged to download the ‘FFWHR Explore app’ ahead of the trip.
Standard and gold seating will be available.
We highly recommend staying Garreg Goch Caravan Park when taking the “Christmas Mountain Spirit” trip this December. Our 5-star caravan and holiday home site is just a short drive from Harbour Station making us a convenient base for trips on the Welsh Highland Railway.
Stay in one of our stylish holiday homes or bring your own campervan or motorhome. Check availability online or call and speak to one of our friendly team. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
Embark on a scenic train ride from Porthmadog to Blaenau Ffestiniog and back during your stay at Garreg Goch Caravan Park this December – the perfect festive treat in between Christmas and New Year.
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