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Elan Valley and Pont-rhyd-y-groes loop from Rhayader

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Elan Valley and Pont-rhyd-y-groes loop from Rhayader

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Elan Valley and Pont-rhyd-y-groes loop from Rhayader

05:35

68.1km

1,140m

Cycling

Embark on the Elan Valley and Pont-rhyd-y-groes loop from Rhayader for a challenging touring cycling adventure. This difficult 42.3-mile (68.1 km) route takes you through the rugged Cambrian Mountains, offering spectacular views across the Elan Valley, often called the "Welsh Lake District." You will encounter iconic Victorian dams and expansive…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 7.76 km for 302 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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1.23 km

Elan Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Elan Valley is one of the most picturesque areas of Wales. Known as the "Welsh Lake District" the area of beautiful countryside and lakes spans over 70 square miles …

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2

12.4 km

Claerwen Dam

Highlight • Structure

Lovely views along the Clarewen reservoir & down along the valley. Great in good weather - harsh in inclement weather!

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3

19.7 km

View of Claerwen Reservoir

Highlight • Trail

One of the most beautiful gravel roads I’ve ridden in Wales. Not suitable for road bikes as gravel is pretty rough in places.

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4

26.9 km

Teifi Pools

Highlight • Lake

An area that feels different from anywhere else I know. The land is lumpy with an impressive mix of green and brown at this time of year. Lots of wildlife, loads of dragonflies, kites, ravens and big fat caterpillars.

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5

34.3 km

Singletrack Across the Common

Highlight • Trail

awesome single or double track across/down the common. didn't get photos as was having to much fun!

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6

53.4 km

Cwm Ystwyth Scenic Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice stretch of smooth tarmac and generally a quiet road with an epic rolling landscape.

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7

60.3 km

Elan Valley Climb to Rhayader

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Amazing climb or decent. Well worth it. Great vista views of the desert of wales.

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68.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

34.2 km

26.5 km

7.28 km

196 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

26.5 km

26.2 km

15.2 km

215 m

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (140 m)

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Monday 25 May

28°C

14°C

18 %

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