Pen y Garn, Mountain summit in Ceredigion, Wales.
Pen y Garn is a mountain summit in the Cambrian Mountains of central Wales, rising 611 meters above sea level. The peak offers sweeping views across the surrounding valleys and ridges of the Welsh landscape.
The mountain appears in several British hill classifications that recognize significant peaks, including the Hewitts, Marilyns, and Nuttalls lists. These inclusions reflect its standing among walkers and peak baggers.
Local climbing communities maintain detailed records of ascents, with 48 registered climbers documenting their experiences on this Welsh peak.
The summit has a navigation marker and is well equipped with reference points that help with orientation on the approach. Routes to the top follow established paths that are regularly used by many walkers.
The mountain sits near three neighboring peaks: Banc Dolwen at 1.8 kilometers, Truman at 2.2 kilometers, and Cefn Croes at 3.0 kilometers distance.
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