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Hengoed Viaduct – Penallta Park signpost loop from Hengoed

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Caerphilly

Hengoed Viaduct – Penallta Park signpost loop from Hengoed

Moderate

4.7

(14)

50

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Hengoed Viaduct – Penallta Park signpost loop from Hengoed

02:40

10.0km

100m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 12, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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338 m

Hengoed Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

The coal mining industry transformed the landscape of South Wales and one of the ways it did that was bringing about the construction of railways and, to span valleys, their …

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2

3.23 km

Penallta Park signpost

Highlight • Cycleway

The Taff Trail is a 55 mile waymarked route between Brecon and Cardiff Bay. With the majority of the route on off-road tarmac cycle/ walking path, it's a great way to see South Wales, cover distance and avoid cars.

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3

5.64 km

Stone Sculptures at Parc Penallta

Highlight • Monument

Sculpture at Parc Penallta top car park. Lovely position to see the sun set.

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10.0 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.83 km

170 m

Surfaces

4.54 km

2.24 km

1.91 km

936 m

271 m

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Highest point (210 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

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Wednesday 7 October

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7°C

33 %

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