Cat 3

Bwlch-y-Groes from Lake Vyrnwy

Wales, wales

Bwlch-y-Groes from Lake Vyrnwy covers 6.3km and 300m of climbing, reaching 546m at the summit. The average gradient of 4.7% disguises ramps of 16.1% — the kind of gradient that turns plans into prayers. The 1 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Wales, Wales.

  • The 10th climb in Wales by summit elevation.
  • Longer than 93% of climbs in Wales.
  • More vertical gain than 91% of climbs in Wales.
  • The 9th climb in Wales by summit elevation.
  • The crux hits between km 6 and km 6 — 2km above 10% averaging 10.9%.

Bwlch-y-Groes from Lake Vyrnwy

Wales, wales

6.3km 300m 4.7%
3

Distance

6.3km

Avg Gradient

4.7%

Max Gradient

16.1%

Elevation Gain

300m

Summit

546m

Wall Rating

3.9

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What things cost

Typical prices in Wales

£3.50

Coffee

£4.80

Beer

£13.00

Meal

£1.30

Water

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