The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is a beautiful and peaceful waterway through the Usk Valley in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The canal, which runs for 35 miles (56 km) in total and was built in the late 18th century. This is a superb little section of the canal towpath.

David Howells

October 16, 2020

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Stunning walk along the northern fringes of the Brecon Beacons.

HansB

December 17, 2018

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This is just a part of the very interesting trail along the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal. You can walk or bike (slowly!) in both directions.

We came from the camping place and walked in both directions.I recommend to walk and to pause sometimes - there are so many nice things to discover. Very nice boats, little birds, a café and so on and so on. There are also lots of geocaches available at this trail.

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1. Bryn's Northeastern Slopes – Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal loop from Talybont-on-Usk

9.53km

02:40

180m

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

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2. Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal loop from Pencelli Castle

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210m

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3. Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Pencelli Castle loop from Pencelli Castle

7.52km

01:56

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Location: Talybont-On-Usk, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

1. Bryn's Northeastern Slopes – Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal loop from Talybont-on-Usk

2. Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal loop from Pencelli Castle

3. Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal – Pencelli Castle loop from Pencelli Castle

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