Wales
Hirfynydd
482M
1581FT
About Hirfynydd
Characterised by its name, which translates as 'Long Mountain,' this 482m Marilyn features an elongated ridge that stands out in the Snowdonia landscape. The terrain is largely moorland, offering an open and airy ascent. From the summit, walkers are rewarded with wide views across the neighbouring valleys and rolling Welsh uplands.
Key Statistics
Rank
101st Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Brecon Beacons
Prominence
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251m
Nearest Town
Pentreclwydau
Geology
You are walking on a sturdy foundation of sandstone, fine siltstone, and mudstone. These layered rocks create the rugged landscape of the Hirfynydd ridge.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SN841075
Latitude
51.7542°N
Longitude
3.6805°W
Did You Know?
- •The name Hirfynydd is a compound of the Welsh 'hir' (long) and 'mynydd' (mountain), providing a literal topographical description of the hill's characteristic profile.
- •With a topographic prominence of at least 150 metres, it is classified as a Marilyn, ensuring that its summit provides a commanding and unobstructed view of the surrounding terrain.
- •The high ground here is famously associated with Sarn Helen, an ancient Roman road; the straightness of the path across the ridge is a lingering hallmark of Roman engineering that walkers can still follow today.