Dyfi National Nature Reserve – Idris Stores loop from Tal-y-bont

Dyfi National Nature Reserve – Idris Stores loop from Tal-y-bont

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Dyfi National Nature Reserve – Idris Stores loop from Tal-y-bont

03:30

70.6km

1,060m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 21, 2026

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Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

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Start point

Bus stop

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9.23 km

Dyfi National Nature Reserve

Highlight • River

This nature reserve has it all, long walks all the way up to the estuarys end, beaches, birds, and even a train. Parking is actually on the samds of the beach, and theres a cafe and visitors centre nearby too.

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31.5 km

View of Bwlch Llyn Bach Pass and Cader Idris

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

True slog definition. A climb you won't appreciate - especially after a long day in the saddle.

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35.8 km

Steep Climb in Parc Cenedlaethol Eryri

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

Little more than an old farmers’ track, the 25% gradient is a sting in the legs and lungs in equal measure as you fight my way up

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40.6 km

Aberllefenni Slate Quarry Cycle Route

Highlight • Structure

In Aberllefenni, a small road starts that will keep you busy for the next hour. It leads you leisurely, later quite steeply up and up and offers you typical breathtaking …

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44.3 km

Idris Stores

Highlight • Rest Area

An absolute must if you are visiting Dyfi. Superb coffee, a magnificent range of other treats, and a well stocked village shop. A true community hub. For all their latest opening info check out facebook.com/IdrisStores

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53.4 km

Machynlleth Clock Tower

Highlight • Settlement

Machynlleth is a small town that's guaranteed to have more sheep than inhabitants. It's quite peaceful here, but the village still has a lot to offer. In the centre, beautiful …

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59.1 km

Dyfi Osprey Observation Tower

Highlight • Rest Area

The reserve is a healthy mixture of bog, swamp, wet woodland and scrub supporting many animals and plants. Including Osprey. Otters and beavers were recently introduced. There are a visitor centre, cafe, shop and toilet facilities here.

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