Fan Brycheiniog

Fan Brycheiniog is a mountain summit in the Brecon Beacons National Park, reaching about 803 meters high with a stone shelter and survey marker at its peak. The Beacons Way footpath crosses the ridge here and connects to Llyn y Fan Fawr lake below.

The nearby hill Fan Foel shows signs of Bronze Age settlement, with excavations between 2002 and 2004 uncovering multiple burials and period artifacts from that time. These finds suggest people lived in this region thousands of years ago.

The peak's name comes from Brecknockshire, the historic region it sits in, now part of Powys in Wales. Visitors can sense the long connection between people and this high landscape that has existed for many centuries.

The route to the top is well marked with footpaths and stone pavements that change conditions throughout the year. Visitors should wear sturdy shoes since the path can be muddy and wet, especially after rain.

The rocks here are made of sandstone and mudstone from the Devonian period, layers more than 300 million years old. These ancient formations shape the distinctive character of the entire Beacons range.

Location: Powys

Elevation above the sea: 802.5 m

GPS coordinates: 51.88144,-3.70848

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:22