Tintern Abbey – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Llanhilleth

Tintern Abbey – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Llanhilleth

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Tintern Abbey – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Llanhilleth

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94.1km

1,120m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 24, 2026

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After 42.7 km for 363 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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21.6 km

Usk Bridge

Highlight • Monument

The old red sandstone bridge was built between 1746 and 1747. It has five arches and was widened in 1836-7, although it might not feel like it if traffic is busy! If you opt for the footpath, please dismount.

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36.7 km

View of the Severn Estuary

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this road, especially heading back toward Chepstow, enjoy the most incredible views over the Severn Estuary and North Devon and Somerset.

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42.8 km

Cockshoot Wood

Forest

46.1 km

St. Arvans Climb

Highlight • Climb

Worth it for the descent into Tintern!

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48.0 km

Descent into Tintern

Highlight • Climb

Did the climb today, which was long but never difficult. In fact, it was very enjoyable and... at long last... the temporary/permanent traffic lights are gone!

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50.2 km

River Wye

Lake

51.0 km

Tintern Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Exquisitely preserved, Tintern Abbey was founded in the early 12th century and lies on the banks of the River Wye. Whilst its roof is long gone, its exterior walls remain …

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51.3 km

View of Tintern Abbey

Highlight • Viewpoint

Tintern Abbey is such an iconic structure. Even though it is in ruins, it still stands today in magnificant, roofless splendour. Its actual demise occurred during the dissolution of the …

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51.9 km

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

Highlight • Monument

An interesting old railway bridge which I believe took industrial rail across the river to join Chepstow to Monmouth. The surrounding countryside is stunning and in the local area is …

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