Llyn y Fan Fawr facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Llyn y Fan Fawr |
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 Llyn y Fan Fawr
Location in Powys
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| Location | Powys, Wales |
| Coordinates | 51°52′52″N 3°42′0″W / 51.88111°N 3.70000°W |
| Type | natural |
| Primary outflows | River Tawe |
| Basin countries | United Kingdom |
| Surface elevation | 605 m (1815 feet) |
Llyn y Fan Fawr is a natural lake in Powys, Wales. Its name means 'great lake near the peak' in Welsh. This beautiful lake sits at the bottom of Fan Brycheiniog. That's the highest point of the Black Mountain range. The lake is also part of the amazing Brecon Beacons National Park.
Llyn y Fan Fawr was formed by glaciers long ago. It is one of the biggest glacial lakes in southern Wales. The lake looks a bit like a rectangle, stretching from north to south.
About Llyn y Fan Fawr
Where is Llyn y Fan Fawr?
The surface of Llyn y Fan Fawr is very high up. It is about 605 meters (1815 feet) above sea level. The main river flowing out of the lake is the River Tawe.
The Land Around the Lake
Much of the land around Llyn y Fan Fawr is peaty. This means it is very wet and boggy under your feet. It's a unique type of landscape found in many parts of Wales.
Images for kids
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The lake from a small beach
