Access and Transport
The remote character of the centre means that it is difficult to access. The original road down into the village was very steep and full of sharp bends, and was unsuitable for nervous or inexperienced drivers, or for bad weather conditions. It was for this reason used as a "corkscrew" testing ground by many international motor firms. British Pathé characterised driving up the road as "Climbing the Unclimbable" and filmed a car successfully ascending it. The road has now been improved, and has passing places.
The nearest bus stop is in the nearby village of Llithfaen, and the nearest rail stations are in Pwllheli and Bangor. Walking to the centre from the top of the valley is also possible, but the walk down can take over forty minutes, while the walk up is a strenuous one that can take over an hour.
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