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Llangadog, Usk Reservoir & the Roman road loop from Llandovery — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

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Llangadog, Usk Reservoir & the Roman road loop from Llandovery — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

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Llangadog, Usk Reservoir & the Roman road loop from Llandovery — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

03:23

48.1km

750m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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10.7 km

View of the River Sawdde at Llangadog Common

Highlight • River

Spend a few moments on the bridge over the River Sawdde river to take in the view. A great bird watching spot, if you are patient or lucky enough you may see Sandpipers, Dipper or Kingfisher here.

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25.5 km

Road to River Usk Crossing, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • River

A beautiful section the Cycle Across the Beacons route, with the road passing to the South of the Usk reservoir and crossing the River Usk itself.

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33.6 km

Roman Road Near Trecastle

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This ancient Roman Road starts just outside the village of Trecastle, with a steep road climb, hitting 20% in places, before you emerge onto a wide open grassy plateau with …

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47.4 km

Statue of Llywelyn ap Gruffydd at Llandovery Castle

Highlight • Castle

Access is free year round.

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48.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.3 km

5.33 km

3.94 km

581 m

Surfaces

29.6 km

14.0 km

3.94 km

581 m

Elevation

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Highest point (380 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Sunday 31 May

17°C

12°C

95 %

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Llangadog, Usk Reservoir & the Roman road loop from Llandovery — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

View of the River Sawdde at Llangadog Common

Road to River Usk Crossing, Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Roman Road Near Trecastle

Statue of Llywelyn ap Gruffydd at Llandovery Castle

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