Swansea Canal Towpath – Trafalgar Bridge loop from Neath

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Swansea Canal Towpath – Trafalgar Bridge loop from Neath

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Swansea Canal Towpath – Trafalgar Bridge loop from Neath

02:35

41.6km

270m

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: September 24, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 204 m

After 17.7 km for 115 m

After 41.5 km for 210 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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11.6 km

Swansea Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

The towpath that runs along the Swansea Canal is a gorgeous leafy stretch that makes for great access to the city from the north avoiding the roads and traffic.

You …

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12.7 km

Low Bridge on Swansea Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Here's a very low bridge along the canal, especially when on a bike.

Situated along the Swansea Canal towpath (National Cycle Route 43), just before Coed Gwilym park, you might …

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17.7 km

Woodland Path Along the River Tawe

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Lovely section of running along a paved woodland path that runs adjacent to River Tawe.

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25.7 km

Wonderful little microbrewery in Swansea marina, easy to incorporate on a ride along Swansea Bay or the perfect place to finish off at.

Check out seasonal opening times and what's new at beerriffbrewing.com/about

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26.1 km

View of Swansea Marina from Trafalgar Bridge

Highlight • River

Swansea Marina, is the place "where the city meets the sea", located behind the Swansea barrage at the mouth of the River Tawe.

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26.2 km

Trafalgar Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Iconic bridge located at Swansea marina is a 300 foot pedestrian and cycle swing bridge that crosses the River Tawe over the barrage lock. Lovely to watch all the boats come and go.

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