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Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint – Rhigos Climb Viewpoint loop from Dinas Rhondda

Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint – Rhigos Climb Viewpoint loop from Dinas Rhondda

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Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint – Rhigos Climb Viewpoint loop from Dinas Rhondda

02:58

56.4km

1,040m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 16, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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16.9 km

View of Hirwaun Common from Rhigos Climb

Highlight • Viewpoint

Really nice view after a really nice climb. Perfect reward on a summers day

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18.7 km

Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

From Rhigos Pass Summit at 1,597 feet (487 metres) you can see the two highest peaks in the Brecon Beacons, 'Pen y Fan' and 'Corn Du' and the Mumbles in Swansea. Take a break!

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24.1 km

This is the ‘classic’ way to climb Rhigos, riding north to south as it treats you to two fantastic hairpin bends that could have been plucked direct from the Alps.

It’s a solid climb although never too steep which starts in a dead straight line before bending left past the old Tower Colliery. The gradient increases as you enter the second long straight, after which the road twists right into a conifer plantation.

Ahead you’ll see the first of the two giant bends and if you look left you’ll spy the road climbing above you. As you head into a smooth, tight bend and swing back round, the slope increases slightly and the views out over the valley open up.

Easing slightly before the next turn but climbing steeper out of it, the pitch now ramps hard up the side of the mountain with a barrier on the left and a sheer rock face to the right. Sweeping round you now just have to push yourself on to finish over the brow past the car park on your right.

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29.2 km

Rhigos Climb from Treherbert

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

Climbing the Rhigos northwards from Treherbert is a classic, sustained South Wales Valleys ascent featuring scenic hairpin bends and panoramic views. Settle into an endurance rhythm for the long climb averaging around 5%, but be prepared for steeper ramps hitting 10-15%, particularly on the iconic hairpin section midway up. Experience the dramatic scenery as you rise above the Rhondda valley onto the open moorland. The road surface is generally good following major repairs completed in late 2024, allowing you to focus on conquering this rewarding climb.

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44.2 km

View of Bwlch from Bwlch Summit

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Great climb with a nice view and maybe some ice-cream

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44.2 km

Bwlch Mountain Climb from Treorchy

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Climbing the Bwlch Mountain southwards from Treorchy (A4061) is a classic South Wales Valleys experience, offering a long, steady ascent. The road winds up from the Rhondda valley onto open moorland where the main challenge often becomes the significant exposure to wind. Enjoy the sweeping panoramic views from the top of this popular and rewarding climb.

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56.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

45.6 km

9.92 km

655 m

125 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

56.1 km

220 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Thursday 2 July

21°C

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Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint – Rhigos Climb Viewpoint loop from Dinas Rhondda

View of Hirwaun Common from Rhigos Climb

Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint

Rhigos Climb Viewpoint

Rhigos Climb from Treherbert

View of Bwlch from Bwlch Summit

Bwlch Mountain Climb from Treorchy

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