Whatever the weather, there's plenty to do in the area! Set amidst the unspoilt beauty of Snowdonia National Park, Rowen is the ideal base from which to explore the spectacular scenery for which this part of Wales is renowned. Walk along the beach, or, in the opposite direction follow the river Ysgethin into the hills to its source Lake Bodlyn and enjoy the stunning views over Cardigan Bay and the Lleyn Peninsula. Other activities that can be enjoyed within the area include cycling, golfing, canoeing, sailing, fishing, pony trekking etc, etc.
Buses run regularly from the village to the historic town of Harlech with its medieval castle, and into the resort town of Barmouth at the mouth of the renowned Mawddach Estuary. The scenic Cambrian Coast Railway Line also has a station in the village, trains run to Porthmadog and Pwllheli, and, in the opposite direction Barmouth, Tywyn, Aberdovey, Machynlleth - eventually connecting with the inter-city service to Birmingham. Steam trains are again scheduled to operate along this line during the summer. There are also famous name narrow-gauge railway lines: The Ffestiniog and The Welsh Highland (Porthmadog), The Talyllyn (Tywyn), The Bala Lake Railway, The Fairbourne Light Railway, and, a little further afield - The Vale of Rheidol Railway at Aberystwyth. Other attractions include several castles and sites of historic interest, copper and slate mines, the world famous Italianate village of Portmeirion and many fascinating museums and craft centres.
