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Sheet OL17

  • DayWalking
  • Hiking
  • Cycling

Map sheet number OL17 in the OS Explorer map series is the ideal map for exploring the mountain scenery in Snowdon. This area, famous for its fantastic walking routes, is home to the highest mountain in Wales, Mount Snowdon or Yr Wyddfa in Welsh. There are numerous clear routes to the top, all shown in classic OS Explorer detail.

OS Explorer Map - Active maps are tough, durable and weatherproof. The maps are covered in a protective plastic coating that can be written on, so your favourite routes can be easily highlighted. They are also lightweight and compact and perfect for wet weather conditions.

Mount Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), winter view from Capel Curig

Highlights: Snowdon (Yr Wyddfa), Llanberis Path, Conwy, The Menai Strait and Colwyn Bay, Llandudno, Beddgelert, Conwy, Bethesda, Betws-y-Coed, Bangor and Caernarfon.

Also includes other popular landscape features in the Snowdonia range such as Carnedd Llewelyn, Carnedd Dayfydd, Glyder Fawr, Glyder Fach, Tal y Fan and Tryfan.

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Snowdonia OL17
Brand Ordnance Survey
Series OS Explorer - Active Map
Title Snowdon
Subtitle Conwy Valley
Sheet number OL17
Scale 1:25 000 (4 cm to 1 km, 2½ inches to 1 mile)
Format Folded laminated map: double-sided (boarded cover)
Size 952 x 1270 mm (134 x 227 mm folded)
ISBN 9780319467022
Published 08/09/2009
Edition A2--

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FAQ

OS Explorer Map – Active

What are the main features of an OS Landranger Map – Active?
An Active map is identical to the standard OS Explorer except it has a lightweight encapsulated coating which protects it from wet weather.
The OS Explorer Map - Active series can:

- be written on with washable ink – making it simple to highlight your favourite routes and then wipe them off when you return home.
- be used in all weathers

What kind of outdoor activity is the OS Explorer Map - Active suitable for?
The map will get you safely from A-B following a pre-planned route or will help you to undertake impromptu days out. If you’re looking for a great new place to explore then an OS Explorer Map - Active will show you exactly what to expect when you get there. This map is perfect for every outdoor activity you take part in and because it is weatherproof it will stay in one piece.

The map is ideal for:

- cyclists
- hikers
- runners
- dog walkers

I don’t understand map symbols can I still use this map?
Yes, all the map symbols shown on the map are explained in an easy to use customer map key.

Does the map show every landmark and feature?
The level of detail on an OS Explorer map - Active means that you will know exactly what you will encounter on your hikes and rides. The map is perfect for planning a long walk as you will find every:

- building
- tourist attraction
- nature reserve
- pub
- road
- lake
- river

I want to take my OS Explorer Map – Active out in wet weather, is it suitable?
The lightweight plastic coating on the Active maps allows you to take your map out in wet weather. It is designed to stand up to the elements and is tougher than the standard paper version of the OS Explorer.