Cardiff Bay Barrage – Cardiff Bay Barrage loop from Barry Docks

Cardiff Bay Barrage – Cardiff Bay Barrage loop from Barry Docks

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Cardiff Bay Barrage – Cardiff Bay Barrage loop from Barry Docks

01:55

42.5km

280m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 200 m

After 42.3 km for 200 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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364 m

Barry Dock Office

Highlight • Other

The offices were constructed between 1897 and 1900 and bear the date 1898. The development was part of the industrialist David Davies's scheme for Barry Docks and was intended to …

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8.49 km

Cosmeston Lakes

Highlight • Lake

Beautiful lake with surrounding wildlife sanctuary. A circular path goes all around the lake

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11.8 km

Ground Bakery Coffee

Highlight • Cafe

A hole in the wall specialty coffee shop next to Penarth Station. By far some of the best coffee available in Penarth and Cardiff. Very friendly and welcoming staff. There …

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13.8 km

Cardiff Bay Barrage

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Separated pedestrian and cycle paths. Must be included on a scenic tour of Cardiff.

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17.1 km

Norwegian Church Arts Centre and Nordic Coffee Shop

Highlight • Religious Site

The church was built in recognition of the friendship and trade with Norway. The building stands out with its Nordic architecture.

Roald Dahl was christened here and along the bay, you can also find Dahl's Very Large Alligator

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17.3 km

Coffi Co. Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Cafe

Claiming to be the quirkiest Coffee Shop in Cardiff (and possibly succeeding). Unlike most coffee shops, this one is made from shipping containers, with deck chairs in the front yard …

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18.9 km

Cardiff Bay Barrage

Highlight • Structure

Cardiff Bay Barrage was completed in 1999, following a huge construction project. Stretching from Cardiff Docks to Penarth, the barrage impounds freshwater from the rivers Ely and Taff to create a large freshwater lake, providing permanent high water.

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20.7 km