Brecon Beacons, Wales
Black Mountain Pass runs Brynamman to Llangadog in Brecon Beacons, Wales, United Kingdom. The road is at its best before the first coaches arrive, so staying within a few minutes of the start is worth more than a smarter hotel an hour away. Check the season before you book. Frequently closed by snow, one of Wales's first roads to shut.
Base town
Brynamman
Road length
11.8 mi
Driving time
36 min
Rating
9.4 / 10
Checked by the Drivers Atlas desk
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Last reviewed 18 June 2026
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The road
A ribbon of hairpins climbing a bare Welsh moorland made famous by Top Gear.
Frequently closed by snow, one of Wales's first roads to shut
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