The Horseshoe Pass is on the A542 from
Llangollen. It passes the remains of Valle
Crucis Abbey (1.5 miles north west of
Llangollen) and Eliseg's Pillar (just to
the north of the Abbey). Prior to the
'horseshoe' is a road that leads to World's
End, limestone crags that resemble the
crumbling ramparts of a giant's castle. The
Horseshoe Pass rises to a summit of 1350
feet. It crosses the Maesyrychen Mountain
and there are fine views, especially towards
Eglwyseg Mountain, 2 miles to the east. The
Ponderosa Cafe, restaurant and gift shop is
at the summit and is very popular with motor
cyclists as the road is great for bikers!

Landranger Grid Reference SJ195474