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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Bargoed

Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Bargoed

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Bargoed

01:35

33.7km

310m

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: April 3, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 16.2 km for 84 m

After 26.9 km for 72 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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16.2 km

Caerphilly Castle is one of the most complete, still standing castles in South Wales. You can park for free at Morrisons just up the road, and entry is free on certain days. It's worth checking ahead!

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16.5 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles still standing in the country and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re passing. Check ahead to see opening times.

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27.1 km

Hengoed Viaduct

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Hengoed Viaduct is an old railway viaduct that’s now a walkway and extension of NCN Route 47. It offers a nice view over the valley.

The "Wheel o Drams" sculpture …

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27.2 km

Wheel o Drams Sculpture

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The Wheel o Drams is a sculpture constructed of connected coal mining drams, designed to represent the industrial history of the region. Known locally as ‘the Stargate', it serves as …

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33.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.1 km

7.62 km

1.72 km

911 m

331 m

Surfaces

28.4 km

5.00 km

317 m

Elevation

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Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Wednesday 20 May

19°C

9°C

22 %

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Bargoed

Ffos Caerffili Market

Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle

Hengoed Viaduct

Wheel o Drams Sculpture

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