walkingbritain banner
Virtual Book Company
spacer



Walk 1102 - Plynlimon and Nant-y-Moch Reservoir

Region   Cambrian Mountains
County/Area   Ceredigion
AuthorPeter Lane
Length11.0 miles / 17.9 km
Ascent2200 feet / 667 metres
Gradehard

thumbnail

Plynlimon is the highest point in mid-Wales and the source of the Severn and the Wye. This walk also includes the Nant-y-Moch Reservoir.

Suggested Maps

It is recommended you take a map with you when following a walk route. The preferred scale is 1:25000 used by the Explorer series.

OS ExplorerSheet 213
OS LandrangerSheet 135

Note : If two maps are listed at the same scale then either (a) both are required for full coverage of the route or (b) the route is covered on both maps.

Walks from the same start

Walk 1304
Plynlimon from Esteddfa Gurig
Grade - moderate
Length - 5.0 miles / 8.1 km

Other walks nearby

Walk 2048 - 5.1 miles / 8.1 km away
Craig-y-Pistyll, Cambrian Mountains
Grade - moderate
Length - 10.0 miles / 16.3 km

Walk 1420 - 12.5 miles / 20.0 km away
Borth to Aberystwyth Coastal Walk
Grade - easy/moderate
Length - 6.5 miles / 10.6 km

Walk 3297 - 12.8 miles / 20.4 km away
Crugyn Ci, Esgair Perfedd and Penygarreg Reservoir; Elan Valley
Grade - moderate
Length - 7.5 miles / 12.2 km

Walk 2498 - 15.4 miles / 24.7 km away
Gorllwyn circuit, Elan Valley
Grade - easy/moderate
Length - 6.8 miles / 11 km

Walk 1204 - 17.6 miles / 28.2 km away
Cadair Idris from Minffordd
Grade - moderate/hard
Length - 6.0 miles / 9.8 km

Walk 2707 - 17.7 miles / 28.4 km away
West of Cadair Idris - Tyrrau Mawr and Craig-y-llyn
Grade - moderate
Length - 9.5 miles / 15.4 km

Walk 2570 - 17.7 miles / 28.4 km away
Cadair Idris from Llanfihangel-y-pennant
Grade - moderate/hard
Length - 10.0 miles / 16.3 km

Walk 1172 - 20.5 miles / 32.7 km away
Cadair Idris by the Pony Path
Grade - moderate/hard
Length - 9.0 miles / 14.6 km

Walk 1107 - 20.6 miles / 33.0 km away
Waun Oer and Maesglase
Grade - moderate/hard
Length - 11.0 miles / 17.9 km

Walk 3055 - 21.7 miles / 34.7 km away
Glasgwm from Cwm Cywarch
Grade - moderate
Length - 4.5 miles / 7.3 km

Note : The distances quoted to other walks in the vicinity are measured in a straight line. The distance by road may be further.
 


AREA INFORMATION

Cambrian Mountains
The Cambrian Mountains are a wild and empty plateau lying between the Snowdonia and Brecon Beacons National Parks. They ...
More information

How are the walks graded?
Learn how each walk is assessed and select a walk to suit your ability and experience
More Information

Please Note - These walks have been published for use by site visitors on the understanding that Walking Britain is not held responsible for the safety or well being of those following the routes as described.

Plas Tyn y Coed
Llanymawddwy, Snowdonia - Gwynedd
Guest House
12 miles / 20 km away

Seabreeze
Aberdyfi / Aberdovey - Gwynedd
Bed & Breakfast
14 miles / 22 km away

Blaen-y-ddol
Pont-rhyd-y-groes - Ceredigion
Guest House
16 miles / 25 km away

Merton Villa B&B
Tywyn - Gwynedd
Bed & Breakfast
17 miles / 27 km away

Maes Coch
Dolgellau - Gwynedd
Self Catering
22 miles / 36 km away
Featured Supplier

Plas Isa
Dolgellau - Gwynedd
Bunkhouse
22 miles / 36 km away

Marians Bed and Breakfast
Talybont, Barmouth - Gwynedd
Bed & Breakfast
27 miles / 43 km away

Gilfach Goch
Llanbedr - Gwynedd
Self Catering
30 miles / 48 km away

Walks & Peaks Bedsearcher
Search, choose and book your accommodation online.

Hostelbookers - Hostels in England, Scotland and Wales

Self Catering Directory
Properties throughout the UK & Europe

 

 


SITE NEWS

Merrell Boots
Every walker needs comfortable boots. These new boots from Merrell provide great support and are suitable for both sexes.
More info.

Protect Your Feet
Sorbothane Insoles are designed to absorb foot impact shock across a wide range of outdoor activities. Read the gear review and start looking after your feet.
More info.


 

spacer
Copyright © 1999 - 2008 Walking Britain. All rights reserved.