Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn

Porth-y-Nant can be cycled from 2 sides. Porth-y-Nant from Llithfaen is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn.

Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is a challenging ascent. For this type of climbing, we recommend mountain gearing, specifically a compact system. This means a small front chainring of 34 teeth, combined with a rear cassette where, depending on your level, strength, and experience, you choose a sprocket with 30, 32, or even 34 teeth. Remember that a smooth cadence is always more efficient!

Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is a 3rd-category climb. Almost anyone can handle this climb, as long as you have a bike with climbing gears. If you have little training, you will probably need to shift down significantly. For experienced riders, Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is not a problem.

Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is 1.6 km long.

The average gradient of Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is 12.3%.

Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 18.6%.

The summit of Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is at 279 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:13:35 to climb Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn. At 11 km/h the time is 00:08:38, and at 15 km/h 00:06:20. For the fastest cyclists, 00:05:00 is an achievable time.

Porth-y-Nant from Nant Gwrtheyrn is located in the region Gwynedd in Wales.