Chwarel y Fan, Mountain summit in Black Mountains, Wales
The Chwarel y Fan summit stands at 679 meters above sea level, featuring a cairn marker on a narrow ridge in the Black Mountains.
This peak holds significance as the highest point in Monmouthshire county, maintaining its status through various administrative boundary changes over time.
The Welsh name Chwarel y Fan translates to 'quarry of the beacon' in English, reflecting the traditional naming patterns of Welsh geographical features.
Hikers can access the summit using Ordnance Survey map 161, with the location reference point SO258294 guiding visitors through established walking routes.
The summit forms part of multiple mountain classifications, including Hewitt, Nuttall, and County Top listings, with a prominence of 72 meters.
GPS coordinates: 51.95826,-3.08101
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:00
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