Wales
Gaer
417M
1369FT
About Gaer
Overlooking the Marteg Valley north of Rhayader, this rounded summit embodies the quiet, rolling character of the Radnorshire hills. It provides a straightforward, grassy climb that rewards walkers with a surprisingly expansive sense of isolation and a clear perspective of the Cambrian Mountains rising to the west.
Key Statistics
Rank
462nd Highest in Wales
Parent Range
Central Wales
Prominence
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108m
Nearest Town
Llanddewi Ystradenni
Geology
This fell is built from layers of gritty sandstone and smooth, clay-based rocks. These solid foundations create the varied terrain beneath your boots.
Find It
OS Grid Reference
SO114697
Latitude
52.3182°N
Longitude
3.3012°W
Did You Know?
- •The name is a Welsh term for a fort or stronghold, typically indicating the site of an ancient defensive enclosure or a strategic lookout point.
- •Its summit offers a broad view across the upper Wye Valley, with the distinct ridges of the Elan Valley hills and the remote Plynlimon massif visible on the western horizon.
- •Being classified as a Hump, the hill possesses a prominence of at least 100 metres, ensuring it stands out as a significant landmark in the local landscape between Rhayader and Llanidloes.
- •While the name suggests a mighty fortress, a modern visitor is far more likely to be greeted by a solitary sheep and a stiff breeze than any ancient garrison.