The summit of Yr Wyddfa (Image: Howard Middleton-Jones / Getty)

Hiking-loving Brits are swapping long-haul flights for a world-class climb right on their doorstep as interest in Wales’ highest peak surges after it was named one of the top 10 hikes on the planet. It will come as no surprise to Welshies that Yr Wyddfa in Eryri was named one of the best hikes in the world by Time Out .

The popular peak can be accessed via hiking trails or the Snowdon Mountain Railway and offers sweeping views at the summit. Time Out’s travel writer Liv Kelly advised that "the Llanberis path is the most beginner-friendly and the Watkin Path is the most challenging".

She added: "Opt for the Pyg or Miners' track and you’ll be treated to arguably the most outstanding views of any of the routes. From Pyg, t

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