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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Abercynon

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Abercynon

Moderate

4.3

(3)

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Abercynon

02:20

37.6km

250m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 6.53 km for 216 m

After 18.9 km for 84 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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6.06 km

Taff Trail: Nantgarw to Pontypridd

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

The Taff Trail has some fantastic gravel stretches.

The section from the top of Bwlch Mountain is probably best ridden on a full suspension MTB, but the road down is …

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14.2 km

Coed Caedyrys

Forest

16.1 km

Forest Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Great steady cycle way, good for getting the kids out

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18.9 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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19.2 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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24.8 km

View of the Taff Valley

Highlight • Forest

So much gravel to wave a stick at...

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37.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.4 km

6.25 km

1.27 km

772 m

337 m

316 m

204 m

Surfaces

31.0 km

4.39 km

1.64 km

403 m

161 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Saturday 16 May

12°C

5°C

75 %

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Abercynon

Old Bridge, Pontypridd

Taff Trail: Nantgarw to Pontypridd

Forest Cycle Path

Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle

View of the Taff Valley

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