Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan

Wernoog Hill can be cycled from 4 sides. Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Lloyney, Wernoog Hill from Rhos-gôch & Wernoog Hill from Painscastle.

Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan 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!

Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan is a serious climb and falls into the 2nd category. With a good basic fitness level, even without much cycling experience, you can complete this climb just fine. However, a bike with climbing gears is a must. Without experience or training, it will be really tough – but that’s part of the challenge!

Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan is 3.3 km long.

The average gradient of Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan is 8.4%.

Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 17.3%.

The summit of Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan is at 380 m.

At a slow pace of 7 km/h, it takes about 00:28:41 to climb Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan. At 11 km/h the time is 00:18:15, and at 15 km/h 00:13:23. For the fastest cyclists, 00:10:34 is an achievable time.

Wernoog Hill from Clyro via Great Gwernfythan is located in the region Powys in Wales.