Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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17.5 km

Black Mountain Climb from Pont Aber

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Although not the classic side of the Black Mountain, this is still a fantastic road to climb that crosses the spine of the mountain and immerses you in some of …

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68.1 km

Maen Llia Standing Stone

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According to legend, the stone goes down to the river, the Afon Llia to drink on occasion. This tall tale seems likely to be an allusion to the fact that …

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68.5 km

Devil's Elbow Climb from Heol Senni

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The Devil’s Elbow epitomises the harsh beauty of hidden Wales. With its crumbling surface and neglected rusting barriers it weaves through beautifully rugged scenery presenting one of the toughest challenges …

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77.8 km

Bwlch Bryn-Rhudd

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

The early slopes are very shallow as you pass from one village to another all the way to Glyntawe where the scenery begins to open up and the routes merge. …

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88.0 km

Bwlch Cerrig Duon Pass

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A completely unassuming road that isn't wide or busy enough to warrant road markings but offers up one of the best (and quietest) views of the Western Brecon Beacons or …

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96.7 km

Road Over Usk Reservoir, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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Awesome spot to go cycling in South Wales. Smooth, undulating tarmac with beautiful views across Towy valley and Carmarthenshire Fans (mountains).

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115 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

64.6 km

41.3 km

8.77 km

680 m

Surfaces

111 km

4.29 km

178 m

Elevation

Highest point (490 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Wednesday 3 December

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