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Brecon Beacons Devil short loop from Hay on Wye — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

Brecon Beacons Devil short loop from Hay on Wye — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

Hard

5.0

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Brecon Beacons Devil short loop from Hay on Wye — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

04:09

83.8km

1,120m

Road cycling

Embark on a challenging road cycling adventure with the Brecon Beacons Devil short loop, starting from the charming market town of Hay-on-Wye. This difficult 52.0 miles (83.8 km) route demands very good fitness, featuring a significant 3675 feet (1120 metres) of elevation gain over twisting mountain roads. You will experience…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

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Start point

Parking

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144 m

Hay-on-Wye

Highlight • Historical Site

Hay-on-Wye is an attractive, traditional and vibrant small town set in a delightful location on the Wales-England border. It has narrow sloping streets, a notable 13th-century castle and a world …

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838 m

Bikers Café

Highlight • Rest Area

Bike shop with cafe and bike hire available. Open 7 days a week.

Phone: 01497 822419

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1.92 km

Gospel Pass (Bwlch yr Efengyl)

Highlight (Segment) • Mountain Pass

Amazing road climb, highest road pass in Wales so cracking views on a clear day!

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37.7 km

Latte-Da Coffee & Kitchen

Highlight • Cafe

Fantastic coffee stop, cakes, sandwiches etc are amazing. Owner and staff are great and will let you take your bike out to the back so no need to leave on the street.

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66.3 km

View from Llanfilo Climb

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Steep climb, you're advised to stay seated, especially because of the moss but you will be rewarded with lovely views at the top.

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83.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

80.1 km

2.50 km

965 m

213 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

68.9 km

14.9 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (550 m)

Lowest point (70 m)

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Thursday 7 May

17°C

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53 %

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Hay-on-Wye

Bikers Café

Gospel Pass (Bwlch yr Efengyl)

Latte-Da Coffee & Kitchen

View from Llanfilo Climb

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