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Pen y Fan summit

Pen y Fan summit

Highlight • Summit

Pen y Fan summit

Hiking

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Mountain biking

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This Highlight is in a protected area

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Location: Glyn Tarell, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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August 6, 2026

Hiking

In the heart of this magnificent National Park, Pen y Fan rises as the highest peak at 886 meters. The summit, marked by a well-preserved Bronze Age cairn, is a destination that attracts many hikers. There are numerous routes on and around the mountain.
If the weather cooperates, you'll have a wonderful view of Brecon, and on clear days, you can even see the summit of Cadair Idris.

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August 7, 2026

Hiking

The rightly famous summit of Pen y Fan, the highest point in South Wales. Even better in Winter clothes!

August 19, 2026

Cycling

Can get very busy here at times, although I did discover that it was slightly quieter mid week evening times.

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Nearby routes

Best routes near Pen y Fan summit

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#1.

View of Cwm Cwmwyn Valley – Pen y Fan loop from Cwmcynwyn

12.4km

04:02

520m

520m

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

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Moderate

9

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#2.

Cribyn Summit – Pen y Fan loop from Cwmcynwyn

8.73km

03:23

620m

620m

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

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Moderate

9

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#3.

Pen y Fan – Corn Du summit loop from Pen y Fan

3.38km

01:07

160m

160m

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

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Elevation 860 m

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Location: Glyn Tarell, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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