Brynich Aqueduct – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Llanfrynach

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Llanfrynach

Brynich Aqueduct – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Llanfrynach

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Brynich Aqueduct – Brecon Canal Basin loop from Llanfrynach

05:48

22.7km

80m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 23, 2026

Tips

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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599 m

Ty Mawr Pool

Lake

1.88 km

Brynich Aqueduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Brynich Aqueduct carries the Monmouthshire & Brecon Canal over the River Usk. After the green light was given for the aqueduct to be built in 1799, no time was wasted …

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2.15 km

Brynich Lock

Highlight • Historical Site

Brynich Lock and its scenic gatekeeper cottage is situated adjacent to the river bridge over the River Usk near Llanfrynach. It is a super lovely place in a lovely tranquil …

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5.76 km

Brecon Canal Basin

Highlight • River

This is a beautiful canal basin forming the start of the Monmouth and Brecon Canal. It's a beautiful setting overlooked by Brecon Theatre, where there is a cafe/bistro. Meanwhile, on …

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6.55 km

Horse-Drawn Tram Cart Wooden Sculpture

Highlight • Structure

Located alongside the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, this wooden sculpture recalls the horse-drawn tram carts of the early nineteenth century, before railways. At that time, canals and tramways were used …

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7.01 km

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Highlight • Cycleway

Our beautiful local canal, which sits on the northern fringes of the Brecon Beacons, is a hidden gem of a place. It is one of the most underestimated locations in …

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13.6 km

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal is a beautiful and peaceful waterway through the Usk Valley in the Brecon Beacons National Park. The canal, which runs for 35 miles (56 km) …

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17.0 km

Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal at Talybont-on-Usk

Highlight • Trail

In lee of the Central Beacons' eastern arms, the village of Talybont is a superb base for hikers. With plenty of woodland, reservoir and hill walks right on its doorstep, …

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20.4 km

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal at Pencelli

Highlight • Settlement

The little hamlet of Pencelli is a delightful and charming place. You will find a lot of canal barges moored here, as it is a prime stopping point due to …

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22.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.5 km

4.35 km

681 m

106 m

101 m

Surfaces

15.9 km

4.57 km

1.03 km

874 m

326 m

Elevation

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Comments

June 12, 2022,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk

I love this walk. It is a stunning walk on a summer day like today. Starting in Brecon and walking to Talybont On Usk and then coming all the way back. I love my mountains but for a different pulse levelling amble there is no better walk than this. Great views of the Brecon Beacons and watching the daily life …

August 28, 2021,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk

Stunning day for a 22km amble on the Brecon canal ❤️.

March 2, 2023,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk.

Beautiful first spring day really walking on the Brecon canal to Talybont on Usk and back.

December 2, 2021,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk

A stunning autumn day on the Brecon canal just to get some miles in the bank ❤️

April 13, 2023,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk

Beautiful walk to Talybont On Usk and back to Brecon along the canal.

January 19, 2023,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk.

Beautiful winter day walk to Talybont on the canal.

August 11, 2022,Brecon to Talybont Canal Walk

A long walk on the canal from Brecon to Talybont with my mucker Big Al.