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The Gap — The Brecon Beacons National Park

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The Gap — The Brecon Beacons National Park

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The Gap — The Brecon Beacons National Park

03:15

35.7km

700m

Mountain biking

Embark on The Gap, a classic mountain biking route through the Brecon Beacons National Park, known for its challenging terrain and expansive views. This 22.2-mile (35.7 km) ride, with 2302 feet (702 metres) of elevation gain, typically takes around 3 hours and 15 minutes to complete. You'll encounter a diverse…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 4.62 km for 1.04 km

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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6.97 km

View of Talybont Reservoir

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Great views of Talybont reservoir.

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7.12 km

Route to The Gap (Bannau Brycheiniog National Park)

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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.

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7.86 km

Cwm Callan Roman Road Trail

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An old Roman Road which lends itself magnificently to fun on two wheels. Wide open, with fabulous views, before darting into woodland as it reaches the reservoir.

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17.4 km

The Gap Pass

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This off road trail tackles one of the Brecon Beacons’ classic MTB routes; the Gap. This is the pass between Fan-y-Big and Cribyn, topping out at 600 metres above sea …

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35.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.6 km

7.09 km

2.78 km

1.58 km

683 m

Surfaces

10.8 km

7.32 km

7.03 km

5.90 km

2.98 km

1.34 km

362 m

Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

26°C

13°C

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Max wind speed: 15.0 km/h

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Comments

July 20, 2021,The Gap - The Brecons & Black

Route taken from Komoot, This route has so much to offer, however couldn’t follow completely as it’s overgrown in a few areas, however Garmin was set to re-route, so no issues.

Started from the road, switch back on to the Canal, then steep initial climb up variable loose dirt & tree routes.