Llyn Cefni Reservoir and Dam – Cefni Forest loop from Anglesey

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Llyn Cefni Reservoir and Dam – Cefni Forest loop from Anglesey

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Llyn Cefni Reservoir and Dam – Cefni Forest loop from Anglesey

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8.54km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 7.34 km for 98 m

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Parking

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1.30 km

Llyn Cefni Dam

Highlight • Monument

Llyn Cefni Dam

During World War II, a water scheme was devised for the town of Llangefni in central Anglesey. It involved water from a local source being pumped to …

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1.37 km

Llyn Cefni Reservoir and Dam

Highlight • Structure

Llyn Cefni is a reservoir in central Anglesey. It's managed by Welsh Water. It was completed in 1951 and supplies water to most of Anglesey.

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2.21 km

Llangefni (meaning "church on the River Cefni", Welsh pronunciation: [ɬaŋˈɡɛvni]) population 5,116, making it the second-largest town in the county and the largest on the island. The community includes the …

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3.92 km

Bulkley Square, Llangefni

Highlight • Cafe

Llangefni is the county town of Anglesey and the administrative centre. There is a museum and arts gallery as well as plenty of pubs and cafes. Mona House café on …

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4.36 km

St Cyngar's Church, Llangefni

Highlight • Historical Site

St Cyngar's Church is a church in the town of Llangefni in Anglesey, Wales. The building dates from 1824. It was designated a Grade II listed building on 8 July 1952.

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4.51 km

The Dingle Local Nature Reserve

Highlight • Gorge

The Dingle Local Nature Reserve is a 10 hectare (25 acre) wooded valley rich in wildlife and history. It is bisected by the river Cefni, which comes from the Welsh word "cafn" meaning trough or hollow.

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8.10 km

Cefni Forest

Highlight • Forest

Cefni Forest on Anglesey surrounds Llyn Cefni reservoir near Llangefni. It offers peaceful woodland trails for walking and cycling, linking to the Lon Las Cefni route. The forest is a …

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