Monmouthshire Canal Towpath – The Tumble Climb from Govilon loop from Cwmbran
Monmouthshire Canal Towpath – The Tumble Climb from Govilon loop from Cwmbran
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Monmouthshire Canal Towpath – The Tumble Climb from Govilon loop from Cwmbran
02:23
47.8km
670m
Road cycling
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 15, 2026
Tips
Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route
After 53 m for 71 m
After 22.2 km for 127 m
After 47.7 km for 71 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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1.79 km
Monmouthshire Canal Towpath
Highlight • River
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23.7 km
The Tumble Climb from Govilon
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
A word of warning though don't start out too hard as it's longer and steeper than it looks. However perfectly doable for most cyclists and worth it for the satisfaction and views at the top.
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28.6 km
The Tumble Climb from Blaenavon to Keeper's Pond
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47.8 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
28.5 km
15.5 km
1.72 km
1.08 km
760 m
257 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
40.6 km
7.07 km
118 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (480 m)
Lowest point (50 m)
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