Elan Valley Visitor Centre – Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir loop from Elan Valley Visitor Center

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Elan Valley Visitor Centre – Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir loop from Elan Valley Visitor Center

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Elan Valley Visitor Centre – Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir loop from Elan Valley Visitor Center

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11.8km

90m

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 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 11.6 km for 92 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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19 m

Elan Valley Visitor Centre

Highlight • Monument

Visitor Centre below Caban Coch Dam is a good place to learn about the remarkable building of the dams and the alternative ways to explore

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353 m

Claerwen Dam

Highlight • Monument

Good spot to stop for refreshment but take cash!

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1.90 km

Caban-Coch Dam and Reservoir

Highlight • Structure

The Caban-Coch Reservoir is one of four reservoirs in the Elan Valley Reservoirs, which supply the city of Birmingham in particular with drinking water. This one is the second largest …

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3.06 km

Garreg Ddu Reservoir and Bridge on the Elan Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Stunning lakeside reflection views. A great start to an Elan Valley ride.

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6.91 km

Elan Valley Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice for a wander

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9.61 km

The Elan Valley Trail follows the line of the old railway from Cwmdauddwr and finishes at Craig Goch dam. It's a permissive route open for use by walkers / runners, cyclists and horse riders. Amazing views to keep you going!

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