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Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Llannerch y Cawr

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Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Llannerch y Cawr

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Craig Goch Dam – Elan Valley Reservoirs loop from Llannerch y Cawr

01:17

22.2km

340m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 15, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 3.15 km for 88 m

After 14.7 km for 58 m

Waypoints

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1

3.19 km

Nantgwyllt Church

Highlight • Religious Site

Small chapel rebuilt by Birmingham Water Corporation at the turn of 19 century to replace the one flooded when the dams & reservoirs were built to supply the growing population with water.

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2

5.75 km

Cosy Falls

Highlight • Natural

place to chill, dive feets and refresh face as water is natural and clear

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3

7.42 km

Old Welsh Stone Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

old bridge in Welsh style

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4

11.2 km

Craig Goch Dam

Highlight • Monument

Top dam of a series creating a chain of reservoirs. The day we rode past the top reservoir was a puddle due to the lack of rain and the heat.

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5

11.7 km

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Highlight • Lake

A hidden gem is the heart of Wales. The area is perfect for exploring by bike. There are so many routes to choose from ranging from family rides, road bike and mtb!

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6

14.7 km

Penbont Tea Room

Highlight • Cafe

Great cafe for lunch or cake stop, cyclist friendly.

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7

16.6 km

Waterfall Near Llanwrtyd Wells

Highlight • River

Little falls with clear water, created to refresh face and cool down cycling feets

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22.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

22.0 km

143 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.1 km

7.93 km

143 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (330 m)

Lowest point (250 m)

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