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Bwlch y Groes

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Bwlch y Groes

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Bwlch y Groes

Recommended by 29 road cyclists out of 30

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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    Location: Mawddwy, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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    1. Bwlch y Groes – Lake Vyrnwy loop from Foel

    82.4km

    04:12

    1,370m

    1,370m

    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    2. Bwlch y Groes – Lake Vyrnwy loop from Dolgellau

    91.5km

    04:57

    1,600m

    1,590m

    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    3. Bwlch y Groes – Lake Vyrnwy loop from Bala

    89.0km

    04:30

    1,430m

    1,430m

    Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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    August 13, 2018

    The second highest public road mountain pass in Wales this is definitely one to tick off the cycling bucket list. It is narrow and winding so it is recommended to pick a quiet time to cycle up since the stunning views often attract motorists to drive the climb.

    The climb is almost 3km long with some quad burning gradients right to the last meter. It may not be for beginners or after a large meal but it is worth a bit of awkward hobbling in cleats to see what waits at the top.

      July 9, 2018

      Number 91 on Top 100 Climbs...

        August 5, 2018

        Very challenging climb but well worth the effort

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          Distance 3.01 km

          Uphill 370 m

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          Location: Mawddwy, Gwynedd, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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