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Penallta Park signpost – The Observatory, Parc Penallta loop from Ystrad Mynach

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Gelligaer

Penallta Park signpost – The Observatory, Parc Penallta loop from Ystrad Mynach

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Penallta Park signpost – The Observatory, Parc Penallta loop from Ystrad Mynach

00:58

3.40km

80m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1

108 m

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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1.49 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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2.50 km

The Observatory, Parc Penallta

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a good destination or a place for a break with a view, for dog walkers and cyclist alike, check out Sultan the pit pony to the East, can be seen from google earth.

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3.40 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.06 km

210 m

100 m

Surfaces

2.37 km

623 m

310 m

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Thursday 8 October

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