Nice long climb with a few steep sections. At the top it opens up to stunning views and a fantastic descent.

A word of warning though don't start out too hard as it's longer and steeper than it looks. However perfectly doable for most cyclists and worth it for the satisfaction and views at the top.

Café du Cycliste

July 20, 2021

Road cycling

It’s considered as the gateway to the South Wales Valleys, where towns and villages appeared as industrialists discovered the reserves of iron and coal under the green and undulating landscapes. At 4.1km in length, with an average gradient of 8.5% there’s no surprise that it’s a favourite amongst local riders, and featured as a summit finish in the 2014 Tour of Britain.

The Tumble is part of our Montagnes du Monde series, head over to bit.ly/2W3yR63 and claim your badge if you rode this classic.

johnnyfarrugia

April 29, 2018

Road cycling

Ice Cream Van is usually there at top for refreshments if needed;

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Distance 4.90 km

Uphill 390 m

Downhill 0 m

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Location: Llanfoist Fawr, Monmouthshire, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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