The Valleys of Southern Wales (Cycling)
With its
undulating and rugged terrain the valleys are ideal for getting on
your bike. Plenty of options for you here including
opportunities to pick up the Taff Trail or embark on the Celtic
Trail's High Level route or to simply tackle some of the more local
routes.
Darran Valley Cycle
Route 7 km (4.5 mile)
This route runs from Bristol Terrace in Bargoed towards
Fochriw. The path runs through Parc Cwm Darran, terminating
near the Country Park's visitor centre and café. Within the Country
Park are a number of mountain bike routes. The cycle track runs
along the line of a disused railway.
Trevithick's Trail 14.5 km (9 mile)
This brand new section of cycle path follows the line of
the Penydarren Tramroad from Merthyr Tydfil to Troedyrhiw (famous
for being the line on which, in 1804, Trevithick ran his first
locomotive)
Loops & Links - Various distances
Loops and Links is a set of 18 exciting trails for
walkers, mountain bikers and horse riders set in the heart of the
Southern Wales Valleys. Totaling a staggering 260 km (160
mile), these eighteen exhilarating trails offer a challenge to
users of all abilities, and brings together a wealth of heritage
and a host of exciting and informative activities and attractions
set in a unique and beautiful landscape.
Eastern Valley Route (Route 46) 33km (20
mile)
Running from Newport up through Cwmbran and on to
Blaenavon and Abergavenny before heading onwards, The northern end
of the route is accessible to cyclists, walkers and horses.
More information on routes and and mapping is available on the
Sustrans website
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you
National Routes
The Golden
Coast
The Wye Valley
& Vale of Usk
Mountain Biking