Cambrian Mountains
A44Penparcau to Llangurig · Wales
Distance23.8mi · 38 km
Drive time45 minon the road
DifficultyModerate
MoorlandMountain
A lonely crossing of mid-Wales between Aberystwyth and the headwaters of the Wye.
The A44 climbs from the coast at Aberystwyth across the empty Cambrian Mountains toward Llangurig, through Eisteddfa Gurig under Plynlimon. It is remote and quiet with long gradients; carry fuel and patience, and watch for sheep on the open sections.
Where it runs
PenparcauStart · Wales
LlangurigEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners18bends
Tightness4of 10
Max gradient9%≈ 1-in-11
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb508 mtotal ascent
Summit450 mhighest point · 1476 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
442 m rangeKnow before you go
- Remote, limited fuel and signal
- Roaming sheep
- Long exposed gradients
Along the road
- viewpoint Nant yr Arian
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