Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn
Wales, wales
1.6km 195m 12.3%
3Cat 3
Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn
Wales, wales
At just 1.6km, Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is short but deceptively intense — 195m of elevation packed into a brief, breathless effort. Averaging 12.3%, the road kicks to 18.6% at its steepest — a brutal pitch that demands respect. The 2 hairpin turns break up the climb, each one revealing a new perspective on the road ahead. Located in Wales, Wales.
- Steeper than 95% of climbs in Wales.
- Harder than 87% of climbs in Wales.
- The crux hits between km 0 and km 1 — 4km above 10% averaging 15.1%.
Distance
1.6km
Avg Gradient
12.3%
Max Gradient
18.6%
Elevation Gain
195m
Summit
279m
Wall Rating
5.1
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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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