Fan Hir is not the most attractive or famous of the Welsh peaks here in the Bannau Brycheiniog/Brecon Beacons. However, Fan Hir is part of the eastern ramparts of the Black Mountain. It has a very steep east face and is separated from its higher neighbour, Fan Brycheiniog, by Bwlch Giedd. It is also a designated Welsh Hewitt ad Nuttall.

Mathew

January 4, 2020

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A stark reminder to ensure you pack enough layers, gloves to protect your digits and that all-important wholly hat. Weather can be unexpected when navigating this type of terrain (regardless …

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July 30, 2022

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Stunning views over the east, especially in the morning with the rising sun.

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1. View of Picws Du – Fan Foel summit loop from Fforest Fawr

22.7km

07:27

1,040m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Fan Hir – View of Llyn y Fan Fawr loop from Penwyllt

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04:39

630m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. View of Llyn y Fan Fawr – Fan Hir loop from Moel Feity

17.3km

05:47

840m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 650 m

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Max wind speed: 29.0 km/h

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Location: Llywel, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Fan Hir Ridge

1. View of Picws Du – Fan Foel summit loop from Fforest Fawr

2. Fan Hir – View of Llyn y Fan Fawr loop from Penwyllt

3. View of Llyn y Fan Fawr – Fan Hir loop from Moel Feity

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