View of Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Hanley Lane

View of Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Hanley Lane

Moderate

4.5

(2)

riders

View of Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Hanley Lane

01:39

28.7km

570m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 5.93 km for 134 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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