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River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Llanbradach

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River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Llanbradach

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5.0

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River Rhymney Cycle Trail – Caerphilly Castle loop from Llanbradach

02:32

38.8km

490m

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 18, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

4.97 km

River Rhymney Cycle Trail

Highlight • Cycleway

This paved shared-use trail alongside the River River Rhymney is a really delightful way to avoid the busy Newport Road on the other side of the industrial estate, and you …

Tip by

2

12.5 km

View of Rural Landscape Near Cardiff

Highlight • Viewpoint

Mostly tarmac

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12.8 km

Coed y Goitre

Forest

4

20.9 km

Pen-y-groes Campsite

Highlight • Other

Might be closed down now according to google maps.

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5

27.7 km

Grassy Descent to The Hollybush

Highlight • Pub

6

30.0 km

Coffee Trailer

Highlight • Cafe

Not sure about opening hours because it’s pretty new but the owner said she’s going to be there as much as possible (every day at the moment)

Tip by

7

32.1 km

Fred Jones Lane to Lisvane Path

Highlight • Climb

Good little cut through up over into Lisvane. Good climb up through the farm
Passable on a road bike just turns a bit rough past the farm. Also watch out for the gate after the first decent.

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8

35.1 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles still standing in the country and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re passing. Check ahead to see opening times.

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B

38.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.4 km

5.41 km

3.21 km

1.13 km

489 m

221 m

Surfaces

29.7 km

8.45 km

521 m

116 m

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