Fan Llia

Fan Llia is a mountain summit in Brecon Beacons National Park rising to 632 meters with a broad ridge running from south-southwest to north-northeast. The open terrain around the ridge offers wide views across the surrounding landscape and hills.

The mountain slopes contain archaeological remains of house platforms and settlement sites from different periods of Welsh history. These findings show that people lived and worked in this area across many centuries.

The Beacons Way long-distance footpath crosses the ridge, linking visitors with established Welsh walking traditions and outdoor practices. Walking this route connects you with paths that locals and travelers have used for many decades.

Access starts from the Natural Resources Wales car park at Blaen Llia, with clearly marked paths leading to the summit through open country terrain. The open landscape makes navigation straightforward, and you can see your route clearly most of the way.

A substantial post-glacial landslip extends down the eastern slopes from Fan Dringarth's summit, creating distinctive geological formations visible in the landscape. This natural earth movement has shaped the slopes and remains clearly visible today.

GPS coordinates: 51.85556,-3.54339

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:40