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Blaen-y-Glyn Climb – Talybont Reservoir loop from Ystrad Mynach

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb – Talybont Reservoir loop from Ystrad Mynach

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Blaen-y-Glyn Climb – Talybont Reservoir loop from Ystrad Mynach

06:32

103km

1,170m

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: April 25, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 33.9 km for 878 m

After 35.7 km for 7.92 km

After 93.6 km for 1.89 km

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.06 km

Penallta Park Bike Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The bike path through Penallta Park is a great alternative to the busy road. It’s also pretty peaceful as you come past the lakes.

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12.2 km

Waterfall Along Cycle Route

Highlight • Cycleway

27.7 km

Viewpoint

29.4 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 to crank out some speed, or if it's the views you're after a nice viewpoint from the lay-by.

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30.3 km

View of the Lake in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Lake

32.8 km

Taf Fechan Forest

Forest

34.9 km

Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

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 park at the top and go and explore the waterfalls on foot.

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41.9 km

Talybont Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

Talybont Reservoir is a pretty epic lake nestled amongst the Beacons. The cycling trail around the east side of the lake is pretty bumpy, so if you’re on a road bike, it’s best to stick to the road along the west side.

Tip by

52.5 km

Ty Mawr Pool

Lake

62.7 km

Talybont Reservoir Nature Reserve

Nature Reserve

63.7 km

Talybont Reservoir West Shore

Highlight • Viewpoint

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

Tip by

68.4 km

Blaen y Glyn Climb

Highlight • Trail

Stop at the Tea Rooms for a well earned break after you've tackled this tough climb.

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103 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

60.8 km

22.4 km

8.89 km

6.93 km

2.75 km

1.47 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

79.2 km

12.8 km

10.5 km

762 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (100 m)

Weather

Saturday 11 July

29°C

14°C

0 %

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Blaen-y-Glyn Climb – Talybont Reservoir loop from Ystrad Mynach

Penallta Park Bike Path

Waterfall Along Cycle Route

West Shore Road, Pontsticill Reservoir

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Blaen-y-Glyn Climb

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