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Talybont Reservoir West Shore – Blaen-y-Glyn Climb loop from Aberdare

Talybont Reservoir West Shore – Blaen-y-Glyn Climb loop from Aberdare

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5.0

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Talybont Reservoir West Shore – Blaen-y-Glyn Climb loop from Aberdare

05:10

98.3km

1,580m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 4, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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36.4 km

Maen Llia Standing Stone

Highlight • Monument

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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36.8 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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45.3 km

Mynydd Illtud Common

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An undulating area of common land. It's a gentle climb from the Brecon side perfect for shaking off any cafe legs. The road is quite exposed so it can be …

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60.7 km

Ty Mawr Pool

Lake

70.9 km

Talybont Reservoir Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

71.9 km

Talybont Reservoir West Shore

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If you don't fancy the long gravel trail on the East shore, this is your tarmac option.

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76.2 km

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

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Blaen-y-glyn climb gives beautiful views of the Brecon Beacons on a clear day! Big descent on the other side! If you're not in a rush, pull over into the car …

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78.4 km

Taf Fechan Forest

Forest

80.9 km

View of the Lake in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Lake

81.0 km

West Shore Road, Pontsticill Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

If you're not equipped for the gravel track on the East shore of Pontsticill Reservoir, the road on the West shore offers a fun tarmac alternative. A nice long straight …

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98.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

73.7 km

12.0 km

8.95 km

2.74 km

745 m

156 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

87.0 km

8.42 km

2.24 km

431 m

216 m

Elevation

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Friday 22 May

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Talybont Reservoir West Shore – Blaen-y-Glyn Climb loop from Aberdare

Maen Llia Standing Stone

Devil's Elbow Climb from Heol Senni

Mynydd Illtud Common

Talybont Reservoir West Shore

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

View of the Lake in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

West Shore Road, Pontsticill Reservoir

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