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Sgwd Yr Eira loop from Pontneddfechan

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Sgwd Yr Eira loop from Pontneddfechan

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4.3

(18)

214

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Sgwd Yr Eira loop from Pontneddfechan

02:16

7.92km

190m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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1.84 km

Viewpoint

3.39 km

Sgwd Yr Eira

Highlight • Waterfall

Sgwd Yr Eira is the star attraction of the Brecon Beacons' much-loved 'Waterfall Country' walk. Meaning 'fall of snow' in Welsh, it tumbles over the 50 foot (15.2 m) tall cliff like a beautiful veil of water. What makes the waterfall so special is that you can walk behind it for a truly incredible thing to experience. Do take care when walking behind the falls, though, as the path is rocky, wet and slippery. Make sure you have decent walking boots and waterproofs.

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3.96 km

Waterfall Country Information Board

Highlight • Rest Area

Lovely walk, nice when it’s cloudy or for when you don’t fancy ascents.

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7.92 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.82 km

2.97 km

128 m

Surfaces

4.41 km

1.47 km

1.19 km

839 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Friday 8 May

16°C

8°C

30 %

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Sgwd Yr Eira loop from Pontneddfechan

Sgwd Yr Eira

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