Cat 3

Mynydd y Grug from Machen

Wales, wales

At just 2.7km, Mynydd y Grug from Machen is short but deceptively intense — 261m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 9.6%, the road kicks to 15.9% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. Located in Wales, Wales.

  • Harder than 89% of climbs in Wales.
  • Steeper than 86% of climbs in Wales.
  • The crux hits between km 1 and km 2 — 4km above 10% averaging 11.6%.

Mynydd y Grug from Machen

Wales, wales

2.7km 261m 9.6%
3

Distance

2.7km

Avg Gradient

9.6%

Max Gradient

15.9%

Elevation Gain

261m

Summit

319m

Wall Rating

4.5

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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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