Horseshoe Pass
A542Llangollen to Llandegla · Wales
Distance6.9mi · 11.1 km
Drive time14 minon the road
DifficultyDemanding
MoorlandMountain
A sweeping moorland horseshoe above Llangollen in north Wales.
The A542 Horseshoe Pass curves around the head of a valley above Llangollen, a long, open arc of moorland topped by the viewpoint where the Ponderosa café long stood (now closed). It is a popular run with bikers and drivers; the bends are inviting but exposed, so keep within sight lines.
Where it runs
LlangollenStart · Wales
LlandeglaEnd · United Kingdom
Character
Corners16bends
Tightness6of 10
Max gradient10%≈ 1-in-10
Hairpins0tight bends
Climb364 mtotal ascent
Summit428 mhighest point · 1404 ft
SpringSummerAutumn
Elevation
345 m rangeKnow before you go
- Exposed open bends
- Popular with motorcyclists
- Weather off the moor
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