- At 886 metres (2,907 ft), Pen y Fan, translated as ‘The Mountain’s Peak’ or ‘The Beacon’s Summit’, is the highest peak in South Wales...
- In this article I explain all you need to know about the 5 best Pen y Fan walks, including starting locations, times, difficulty and maps.
- From where to park to which route to take, here’s your ultimate guide to climbing Pen y Fan – including the three best routes up South Wales’ highest mountain.
- Pen y Fan is the highest peak in South Wales, rising to 886 m above sea level in the central part of the Brecon Beacons National Park.
- Pen-y-fan falls within the unitary authority of Sir Fynwy - Monmouthshire. It is in the NP25 postcode district. The post town for Pen-y-fan is Monmouth.
- Taking the easier route starting at the Storey Arms, allow two hours to comfortably walk to the peak of Pen y Fan (four hours to walk up and down).
- At 886 metres (2900 ft) Pen y Fan in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), is the highest point in South Wales and the views from the peak are spectacular!
- If it's a chilly day then the cosy interior with a traditional log fire will soon warm you up. There's also a lovely outdoor section with great views back to Pen-y-Fan.
- Are you planning on hiking Pen y Fan and Corn Du in the Brecon Beacons for the first time? Keep reading for routes, maps and tips to help you plan your hike.
- As you reach the saddle between Craig-Gwaun-Taf and Corn Du, follow the right-hand path, which skims the top of Corn Du and leads you up to Pen y Fan.