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Merthyr Tydfil

Talybont Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Merthyr Tydfil

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United Kingdom
Wales
South Wales
Merthyr Tydfil

Talybont Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Merthyr Tydfil

Hard

5.0

(1)

44

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Talybont Reservoir – Pontsticill Reservoir loop from Merthyr Tydfil

03:35

57.8km

910m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

Tips

Includes movable bridges

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After 32.4 km for 9 m

After 32.4 km for 9 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1.65 km

Morlais Brook

Forest

13.5 km

Pontsticill Reservoir

Lake

3

27.6 km

Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Talybont Reservoir is a pretty epic lake nestled amongst the Beacons. The cycling trail around the east side of the lake is pretty bumpy, so if you’re on a road …

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4

29.6 km

Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

The largest reservoir in the Brecons, Talybont reservoir was completed in 1939. It supplies water to Newport, further south.

Seventeen dwellings (including farms) were co-opted during its construction.

Despite its …

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5

32.4 km

Talybont-on-Usk Canal Drawbridge

Highlight • Historical Site

A wooden drawbridge carried the road over the canal and was replaced by a fixed bridge after navigation on the canal ceased in the 1930s.

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37.1 km

Talybont Reservoir Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

7

42.4 km

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Blaen-y-glyn climb gives beautiful views of the Brecon Beacons on a clear day! Big descent on the other side! If you're not in a rush, pull over into the car …

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45.3 km

Taf Fechan Forest

Forest

45.9 km

Pentwyn Reservoir

Lake

10

47.0 km

Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Built in 1927, the Pontsticill Reservoir is a large reservoir in the Brecon Beacons National Park that can hold 3400 million gallons (14,460 million liters) of water. The beautiful reservoir …

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11

47.9 km

West Shore Road, Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

If you're not equipped for the gravel track on the East shore of Pontsticill Reservoir, the road on the West shore offers a fun tarmac alternative. A nice long straight …

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50.2 km

Pontsticill Reservoir Dam and Tower

Highlight • Structure

This reservoir is located in the breathtaking Brecon Beacons of Wales. It is part of a series of reservoirs within the Taff Fechan Valley and was constructed between 1923 and …

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13

50.4 km

Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Pontsticill Reservoir is a great location for its scenic beauty and because it is the start of many hiking and biking trails. There is a nice trail that actually goes …

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57.8 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.9 km

19.3 km

4.50 km

2.21 km

1.63 km

236 m

Surfaces

27.8 km

17.0 km

11.1 km

1.75 km

< 100 m

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

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Friday 17 July

24°C

11°C

19 %

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