Pontrhydyfen Viaduct – Afan Argoed Bridge loop from Cwmafan
Pontrhydyfen Viaduct – Afan Argoed Bridge loop from Cwmafan
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Pontrhydyfen Viaduct – Afan Argoed Bridge loop from Cwmafan
02:02
31.5km
320m
Cycling
Moderate bike ride. 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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Afan Forest Park
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
3.49 km
Pontrhydyfen Viaduct
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
6.92 km
Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre
Highlight • Rest Area
There are a lot of elevation changes so some good fitness here will be required. As well as the trails there are a number of fire roads, bridleways and a bike path so great for some gravel riding too.
Afan Forest Park Visitor Centre is one of two parking and start areas for the trails. From here you can ride The Rookie, Blue Scar, Penhydd and Y Wal and W2 mountain bike trails.
There is also a cafe, bike shop and bike hire, toilets and showers. Parking is paid.
Tip by
14.8 km
Glyncorrwg Ponds
Highlight • Lake
Tip by
27.5 km
Afan Argoed Bridge
Highlight • Bridge
Tip by
31.5 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
25.2 km
2.87 km
2.06 km
973 m
357 m
Surfaces
28.1 km
2.13 km
736 m
489 m
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