Pen y Gadair Fawr, Mountain summit in Black Mountains, Powys, United Kingdom
Located at an elevation of 800 meters, Pen y Gadair Fawr stands as the second highest peak in the Black Mountains range of South Wales.
The round cairn at the summit, measuring 15 meters in diameter and 2.5 meters in height, dates back to the Bronze Age construction period.
Local Welsh communities regard the mountain as part of their heritage, with its name reflecting the traditional Welsh language and geographic naming conventions.
The ascent requires proper hiking equipment and navigation tools, particularly during winter months when snow and ice make the terrain more challenging.
The mountain features different geological formations on each side, with a steep eastern face and gentler western slopes leading to the summit cairn.
Location: Powys
Elevation above the sea: 800 m
GPS coordinates: 51.95198,-3.12264
Latest update: March 17, 2025 20:00
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