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View of Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from Cefn-coed-y-cymmer

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View of Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from Cefn-coed-y-cymmer

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4.7

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27

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View of Talybont Reservoir – Talybont Reservoir loop from Cefn-coed-y-cymmer

03:59

46.9km

860m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Cwm Taf Fechan Woodlands Site of Special Scientific Interest

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1.44 km

Pontsarn Viaduct

Viewpoint

7.84 km

Viewpoint

Viewpoint

3

9.51 km

Pentwyn Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

Pentwyn Reservoir is the smaller sister to Pontsticill Reservoir, both being separated by a causeway going towards the old Dolygaer outdoor centre. It is a very popular spot with fishermen …

Tip by

4

10.1 km

Pontsticill Reservoir at Dol-y-gaer

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice little descent down to the side of the Pontscill Reservoir.

Tip by

11.2 km

Pontsticill Reservoir

Lake

6

16.8 km

View of Bryn Oer Tramroad

Highlight • Viewpoint

If climbing this is the end of the steep section, if descending this is the start of a blue/red rocky descent. Insane views from high up

MTB or brave graveller only

Tip by

7

17.4 km

View of Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

A reward for all your hard work.

Tip by

8

17.5 km

Route to The Gap (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park)

Highlight • Viewpoint

This trail is constantly climbing towards The Gap, generally wide and hard packed in the dry with sections of rocks & stones.

There are many places to stop and enjoy the stunning views both in front and behind you.

Tip by

9

17.7 km

View of Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views of Talybont reservoir.

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Tip by

10

18.8 km

Rocky Forest Path in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Climb

Fun rocky path.

Tip by

11

23.6 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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B

46.9 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.4 km

6.76 km

4.57 km

4.55 km

635 m

Surfaces

13.1 km

13.0 km

11.1 km

8.93 km

518 m

237 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (510 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Monday 5 October

18°C

12°C

35 %

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