Glyn Tarell, a region in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park in Powys, Wales, is characterized by its dramatic glacial valleys, expansive open moorland, and steep-sided ridges. The valley provides access to some of southern Britain's highest peaks, including Pen y Fan and Corn Du, and features the winding River Tarell. This diverse landscape supports several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, mountain biking, and more.
Glyn Tarell offers more than 200 routes…
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4.8
(502)
4,753
hikers
7.56km
02:44
450m
460m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(301)
1,826
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
(92)
424
hikers
10.6km
03:52
660m
660m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.9
(23)
160
hikers
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.6
(59)
520
riders
39.7km
03:30
650m
650m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

4.0
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8
riders
61.0km
05:00
910m
910m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3
riders
30.3km
03:06
860m
850m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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2
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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5.0
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300
runners
17.7km
02:33
1,000m
1,000m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
runners
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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358
runners
21.9km
02:54
890m
890m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

4.0
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388
runners
6.43km
01:03
440m
440m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
(6)
127
riders
59.9km
02:56
720m
720m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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30
riders
72.4km
04:01
1,130m
1,130m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

24
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

3
riders
101km
05:27
1,500m
1,500m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4.0
(3)
63
riders
63.4km
04:43
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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44
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
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21
riders
43.3km
02:48
560m
560m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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7
riders
71.9km
04:50
690m
690m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
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36
hikers
6.43km
02:25
440m
440m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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30
hikers
14.0km
04:36
610m
610m
Moderate mountaineering route. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
hikers
17.8km
06:22
1,020m
1,020m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
hikers
18.8km
06:23
930m
930m
Hard mountaineering route. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.3
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22
riders
20.8km
01:03
70m
70m
Easy gravel ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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24
riders
62.7km
03:43
350m
350m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
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31
riders
43.5km
02:23
420m
420m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
13
riders
87.0km
05:23
1,300m
1,300m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Glyn Tarell offers a variety of outdoor activities including Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Mountain biking, Touring cycling, and Mountaineering. The region features more than 230 routes across these sports. These activities take place amidst dramatic glacial valleys and expansive moorland within the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park.
Glyn Tarell provides access to numerous hiking trails, including ascents to peaks like Pen y Fan and Corn Du. Popular routes include the Corn Du & Pen y Fan loop and the extensive Pen y Fan, Cribyn & Fan y Big loop from Storey Arms. For more options, explore the Hiking around Glyn Tarell guide.
Yes, Glyn Tarell offers easy hiking routes suitable for various fitness levels. These include gentle loops within nature reserves. The Easy hikes around Glyn Tarell guide provides specific recommendations for less strenuous walks.
Glyn Tarell features several routes suitable for families. These walks often explore gentler terrain and scenic areas. Information on suitable options can be found in the Family-friendly hikes around Glyn Tarell guide.
Road cyclists can enjoy quiet roads and scenic routes through Glyn Tarell. The Taff Trail, a long-distance National Cycle Route, passes through the valley. Routes like the Taff Trail and Talybont Reservoir Loop are popular choices, detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Glyn Tarell guide.
Glyn Tarell offers mountain biking opportunities with access to challenging terrains. The Taff Trail and the Brinore Tramway are notable for mountain biking. These routes feature varied terrain, including rugged paths and forest trails. Consult the MTB Trails around Glyn Tarell guide for specific trails.
Glyn Tarell is known for its dramatic glacial valleys and high mountain ridges. Notable features include the River Tarell, which winds through the valley, and the Craig Cerrig-gleisiad & Fan Frynych National Nature Reserve. The area also provides access to major peaks like Pen y Fan and Corn Du.
Glyn Tarell is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 212,000 visitors sharing their experiences. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.59 out of 5 stars from over 20,000 ratings. There are 239 routes available across various sports.
Yes, Glyn Tarell provides excellent opportunities for jogging and trail running. The varied terrain, from moorland to forest tracks, offers diverse experiences for runners. Specific routes can be found in the Running Trails around Glyn Tarell guide.
Komoot offers several guides for Glyn Tarell, including those for Hiking, Family-friendly hikes, Road Cycling, Running, and MTB Trails. There are also guides for Hikes from bus stations and Gravel biking.
As Glyn Tarell is within the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park, the National Park Visitor Centre serves as the primary resource. General park information is available on the official National Park website. The Bannau Brycheiniog National Park Visitor Centre can be contacted at 01874 623366.
Yes, some hiking routes in Glyn Tarell are accessible via public transport. The Beacons Way passes through Storey Arms, which is a key access point. Komoot offers a specific guide for Hikes from bus stations around Glyn Tarell.

