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Rhondda Cynon Taf

River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Taffs Well

Rhondda Cynon Taf

River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Taffs Well

Hard

3.0

(1)

7

riders

River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Taffs Well

02:11

32.1km

500m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 23, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 25.4 km for 186 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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3.43 km

Fforest Ganol

Forest

2

6.35 km

Technical Forest Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Technical (but fun) trail. Rocky, rooty, and sometimes muddy following rain. Keep alert for your line choice.

Tip by

3

8.01 km

Coed Tranch-yr-Hebog Quarry

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Not too difficult - just be careful as you are close to the quarry edge.

Tip by

4

8.79 km

View of Caerphilly

Highlight • Viewpoint

Caerphilly is surrounded by lots of rolling hills and countryside. You can enjoy great views on a bike ride or hike nearby to the town.

Nearer to the centre, Caerphilly Castle is worth visiting.

Tip by

5

10.4 km

View of Cardiff from Craig Llysfaen (Lisvane Graig)

Highlight • Summit

Just stop and contemplate.

Tip by

16.3 km

Coed Cefn-pwll-du

Forest

7

22.1 km

River Rhymney Cycle Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

This paved shared-use trail alongside the River River Rhymney is a really delightful way to avoid the busy Newport Road on the other side of the industrial estate, and you …

Tip by

8

25.6 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the most complete, still standing castles in South Wales. You can park for free at Morrisons just up the road, and entry is free on certain days. It's worth checking ahead!

Tip by

9

28.4 km

Forest Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Great steady cycle way, good for getting the kids out

Tip by

10

29.5 km

Wooded section of the Taff Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

taff trail is lovely . small sections can be industrial, however I found this section through the trees particularly beautiful 🌳

Tip by

B

32.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.9 km

7.33 km

5.52 km

4.68 km

2.64 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.3 km

10.3 km

7.30 km

211 m

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (30 m)

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Saturday 16 May

13°C

4°C

69 %

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