Region guide

Blaenau Gwent

Blaenau Gwent Principal area covering the highest summit and wider mountain geography for the area.

Blaenau Gwent mountain map

Adventures

Mountains

Routes

Use these route-linked adventures to plan the trails and traverses that sit inside this region.

Moderate

Blaenau Gwent Three Peaks Route

Blaenau Gwent Three Peaks links Gwastad, Coity Mountain, and Mynydd Carn-y-cefn in one compact mountain line. The route is modeled as a continuous walking challenge with approximate timing for a 1-day push.

  • Distance16.1 km
  • DaysOne day
  • High point576M

Towns and villages

Supporting planning details for where trips start, finish, or stay overnight in this region.

Route access point

Blaenau Gwent Three Peaks Finish

Reference finish access point used for the Blaenau Gwent Three Peaks route on the approach to Mynydd Carn-y-cefn. Exact parking and the first signed path entry depend on the chosen approach line.

Route access point

Blaenau Gwent Three Peaks Start

Reference start access point used for the Blaenau Gwent Three Peaks route on the approach to Gwastad. Exact parking and the first signed path entry depend on the chosen approach line.