Hirwaun to Beacon Reservoir
A4059Hirwaun to Powys · Wales
Distance9.6mi · 15.4 km
Drive time19 minon the road
DifficultyModerate
MountainMoorland
A twisting Brecon Beacons climb with huge views.
The A4059 climbs north from Hirwaun into the Brecon Beacons, twisting up past the Beacon Reservoir beneath the high peaks with sweeping views the whole way. A driver's favourite, enjoy the bends within the limit, and watch for sheep and for walkers near the reservoir.
Where it runs
HirwaunStart · Wales
PowysEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners26bends
Tightness5of 10
Max gradient9%≈ 1-in-11
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb266 mtotal ascent
Summit460 mhighest point · 1509 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
258 m rangeKnow before you go
- Sheep on the road
- Walkers near the reservoir
Sources
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