Llanberis (parish) lies in Gwynedd, Wales, at the foot of Snowdon in the heart of Snowdonia, on the northern shore of Llyn Padarn. The parish sits by the dramatic Llanberis Pass and has long been a gateway for walkers and climbers heading for the mountain, with easy access to classic routes and lakeside paths.
The area’s character is shaped by its slate‑quarrying past, notably the old Dinorwig workings, now commemorated at the National Slate Museum, and by industrial reuse such as the pumped‑storage Dinorwig Power Station. Tourism and outdoor recreation dominate the local economy, supported by heritage attractions including the Llanberis Lake Railway and the nearby Snowdon Mountain Railway, while a strong sense of community and the Welsh language remain important to local life.