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River Usk – Llangattock Village and Canal loop from Govilon

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River Usk – Llangattock Village and Canal loop from Govilon

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River Usk – Llangattock Village and Canal loop from Govilon

07:25

26.7km

460m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 19, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that may be dangerous

A part of this route comprises technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.

After 8.77 km for 2 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

4.19 km

River Usk Walk, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

The town lies on the River Usk, on the southern edge of the Black Mountains and in the eastern part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Significant parts of the …

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4.50 km

Rheld Wood

Forest

3

7.49 km

River Usk

Highlight • River

The River Usk rises on the northern slopes of the Black Mountain (y Mynydd Du), Wales, in the westernmost part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Initially forming the boundary …

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4

8.39 km

Llangattock Village and Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

The village of Llangattock is an excellent base for exploring the Brecon Beacons National Park. There are plenty of accommodation options and places to eat and drink in the village, …

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5

9.34 km

Giant Redwood Tree by the Canal

Highlight • Natural

Massive tree next to the canal. Really stands out against everything else!

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6

16.1 km

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal Walk

Highlight • River

Park in gilwern car park and cross road by crossing through houses onto canal.

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7

16.6 km

Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal at Govilon

Highlight • River

The picturesque village of Govilon has a lot going for it. Nestled in the Usk Valley, it is surrounded by characterful hills and has the historic Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal …

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8

16.9 km

Brick Arch Bridge Over Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

easy walk for all abilities..canal and cycle track

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9

17.6 km

Stone Bridge in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Bridge

Bench for the exhausted hiker

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B

26.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

6.37 km

2.47 km

2.09 km

533 m

497 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.24 km

6.34 km

5.18 km

2.48 km

2.36 km

1.15 km

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Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Tuesday 6 October

14°C

6°C

30 %

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