The race itself crosses briefly into North Wales and back; this trip goes properly, with two nights to let the pace drop and the legs catch up.
Conwy Castle and the Town Walls
Conwy's castle and its near-complete town walls are the reason to come. Both can be seen from ground level without a full climb if legs aren't ready for stairs, and the walled town itself is compact enough to cover without a long walking day.
The Seafront
Conwy's quay and the wider coastline offer flat, easy walking with sea air doing most of the recovery work. This is a good base for gentle, short outings rather than a single long day out.
Where to Stay and Eat
Conwy's compact town centre keeps hotels, guesthouses and restaurants within a short walk of each other, useful for a base that doesn't demand much movement between meals and bed.
Getting Back
Rail connections run from Conwy back to Chester via the North Wales coast line; journey time varies by connection, so check timings for the specific day of travel.