Cefn yr Ystrad, Mountain summit in Brecon Beacons National Park, Wales
The Cefn yr Ystrad mountain rises to 619 meters in elevation, featuring a prominent ridge that extends from northeast to southwest across wild moorland terrain.
Archaeological investigations have revealed Bronze Age burial sites on the mountain, including the significant Carn-y-Bugail cairn and numerous boundary stones from the 19th century.
The mountain stands as a testament to Welsh geological heritage with its Carboniferous Limestone foundation and Twrch Sandstone layers that form its characteristic structure.
Visitors can access the summit through multiple routes, including a bridleway connecting Pontsticill to Dyffryn Crawnon and the Usk Valley regions.
The mountain's crest contains ice-smoothed pavements, formed through centuries of geological processes, creating distinct surface patterns across the summit area.
Location: Powys
Elevation above the sea: 619 m
GPS coordinates: 51.81475,-3.32594
Latest update: March 17, 2025 19:54
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