A viewpoint known as 'OMG corner' in North Wales is among the romantic vistas being highlighted by National Trust Cymru.
The organisation has revealed a list of breathtaking locations for St Dwywen’s Day, celebrated on January 25 and dedicated to the Welsh patron saint of lovers.
The ‘love-at-first-sight’ views are described as hidden gems—perspectives that could easily be missed without local knowledge, but which offer stunning backdrops for a romantic moment.
A spokesperson for National Trust Cymru said: "We’ve chosen a selection of ‘love-at-first-sight’ views that can be easily missed if you don’t know where to look.
"A turn in the path, a gap in the trees, or a hilltop above the sea provides the idyllic spot to stop, take in the view and say ‘rwy’n dy garu di’ to someone special on the most romantic day in the Welsh calendar."
Among the North Wales highlights is ‘OMG corner,’ a dramatic bend in the road at Allt y Môr near Llanfair.
As the road turns, the view suddenly expands to reveal Harlech beach and Cardigan Bay, with sweeping coastal scenery.
The spokesperson said: "The magic of this view is the reveal. It’s best experienced by approaching the bend slowly and pausing once the view opens up (and it’s especially clear on crisp winter days)."
Further north, the Iron Age hillfort at Dinas Dinlle offers panoramic seascapes.
On a clear day, visitors can spot Ynys Llanddwyn—the island connected to Santes Dwynwen—along with Llanddwyn’s pale sands and the Tŵr Mawr lighthouse.
The spokesperson said: "Choose a clear winter day when visibility is as its best. The route is paved but it can be steep in places."
The legendary Dinas Emrys, in Craflwyn and Beddgelert, offers more than just a view.
The elevated spot, framed by the Giant’s Chair, looks out over Nant Gwynant and the surrounding mountains.
According to Welsh folklore, it is the site of the mythical battle between a red and a white dragon.
The red dragon’s victory led to its adoption as a national symbol on the Welsh flag.
The spokesperson said: "The viewpoint is reached from the Craflwyn area, but the final approach can be steep and uneven (rocky steps/paths in places)."
For those seeking a romantic garden scene, Plas Newydd House and Garden on Anglesey offers vistas over the Menai Strait towards the snowy peaks of Eryri.
The garden view is particularly special on clear winter days.
"This is one to time for clear winter visibility.
"On the crispest days the mountains feel closer than you expect."
In Conwy, the rose terrace at Bodnant Garden looks out across the Conwy Valley towards the Carneddau mountains.
The terraces, designed in the early 1900s, are the work of Laura, Lady Aberconway, and Henry Duncan McLaren.
"To enjoy this view without tackling steps, follow the garden’s Rose Walk route, which takes in the formal gardens and viewpoints via a step-free option."
Chirk Castle in Wrexham also features on the list.
Visitors can enjoy views from the terrace above the estate’s 18th-century ha-ha, taking in the surrounding parkland and the distant plains of Cheshire and Shropshire.
The ha-ha was designed to keep an interrupted view, making the terrace one of the estate’s most peaceful vantage points.
Erddig Hall and Garden, also near Wrexham, offers a woodland view from Cathedral Aisle in Big Wood, where the estate is perfectly framed between trees.
"Winter is an especially good time for the views at Erddig.
"The bare winter trees open up sightlines through the parkland, and the low winter light paints interesting silhouettes for capturing photos of the views."
All places listed are open daily, but people are advised to check the website before travel.
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