Swansea Bay Cycle Path – Limeslade Bay loop from Briton Ferry

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Swansea Bay Cycle Path – Limeslade Bay loop from Briton Ferry

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Swansea Bay Cycle Path – Limeslade Bay loop from Briton Ferry

05:30

87.9km

790m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: August 27, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

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Gower National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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View of Swansea Marina from Trafalgar Bridge

Highlight • River

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Cycleway

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Natural

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Highlight • Historical Site

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