Mynydd Figyn

Perched above Llanfynydd, Mynydd Figyn is less a mountain and more a polite suggestion of altitude. At 328m, it won’t give you altitude sickness, but its name translates to 'Bog Mountain,' which is a very honest warning from the locals about your upcoming laundry bill.

• •The summit offers sweeping views across the Towy Valley and towards the Brechfa Forest, assuming the Welsh mist hasn't decided to settle in for the afternoon.
• •Its name, Mynydd Figyn, literally translates from Welsh as 'Bog Mountain,' serving as a linguistic warning that is frequently ignored by optimistic hikers.
• •The area is part of a complex patchwork of common land and forestry, making it a favorite spot for soaring red kites and very confused sheep.
• •Geologically, the hill is composed of Silurian mudstones, which essentially means it is made of the perfect material for keeping your boots permanently brown.
• •Navigation here is a masterclass in optimism, as the distinction between a 'well-trodden path' and a 'determined stream bed' becomes entirely philosophical after ten minutes of rain.