Pontsarn Viaduct – Pontsarn Viaduct loop from Vaynor

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Pontsarn Viaduct – Pontsarn Viaduct loop from Vaynor

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Pontsarn Viaduct – Pontsarn Viaduct loop from Vaynor

01:43

6.29km

90m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Cwm Taf Fechan Woodlands Site of Special Scientific Interest

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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91 m

Pontsarn Viaduct

Highlight • Historical Site

Good ride

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179 m

Pontsarn Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

Pontsarn Viaduct was built in the 1860s to carry the Brecon and Merthyr Railway over the Taf Fechan river. The viaduct has seven arches and is situated in a very picturesque landscape.

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952 m

Morlais Quarry

Highlight • Natural

The disused Morlais Quarry is a popular climbing venue with outdoor pursuit groups, the Quarry can be accessed from the Taf Fechan trail which runs along the disused trackbed.
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2.18 km

Pant Station and Workshop

Highlight • Structure

This is a idolising steam train Line running from Pontsticill to Torpantau and vice verse singles and return available, if like myself then preferably can be walked with appropriate footwear

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3.92 km

Miler Tunnel

Highlight • Structure

Old tunnel called miler

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5.89 km

Pontsarn Blue Pool

Highlight • Natural

Blue Pool.
At the bridge, head downstream on the right bank, following the path, to reach the Pontsarn Blue Pool. The path can be followed as far as desired beyond …

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6.29 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.75 km

2.19 km

1.34 km

Surfaces

2.81 km

2.23 km