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Brecon Beacons

Brecon Beacons

The best cycling routes in Brecon Beacons

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Whether you’re out for a day ride or you’re touring, cycling in the Brecon Beacons captures the spirit and pulls you into its atmospheric folds. This is a land of imposing, rolling mountains, dense conifer forests, verdant farmland and rushing rivers. Riding in this national park is open to everyone, from the littlest of legs in search of flat family trails to proud wearers of the polka-dot jersey.

Last updated: October 12, 2025

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1. Pen y Fan, Talybont Reservoir & Taff Trail loop from Brecon — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

63.4km

04:43

790m

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2. 3 Reservoirs loop: Talybont to Pontsticill to Llwyn-onn via Devil's Elbow — Brecon Beacons National Park

78.1km

05:26

1,090m

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3. Hay on Wye to Abergavenny loop

82.6km

05:45

1,150m

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4. Talybont-on-Usk loop from Torpantau — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

24.4km

02:11

460m

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5. Brynmawr and Tabont-on-Usk loop from Llangynidr – Brecon Beacons National Park

58.6km

03:52

830m

Expert bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Brecon Beacons

1. Pen y Fan, Talybont Reservoir & Taff Trail loop from Brecon — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

2. 3 Reservoirs loop: Talybont to Pontsticill to Llwyn-onn via Devil's Elbow — Brecon Beacons National Park

3. Hay on Wye to Abergavenny loop

4. Talybont-on-Usk loop from Torpantau — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

5. Brynmawr and Tabont-on-Usk loop from Llangynidr – Brecon Beacons National Park

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