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Church Village Community Route Llantrisant to Tongeg
From The Cross Inn in Llantrisant, this scenic trail runs north of the Church Village Bypass, to the edge of Tonteg, providing a great opportunity for both visitors and commuters to enjoy the rich Valleys landscape and the rural environment.
Classification: Easy Distance: 4 miles
Cynon Trail
The Cynon Trail, or Taith Cynon is one of the newest cycling trails to open in the valleys. Running along the natural corridor of the Cynon River, it offers an excellent opportunity to cycle in this glorious part of South Wales.
Classification: Medium Distance: 11 miles
Amman Valley
The beginnings of a fabulous route linking Ammanford and the upper Amman valley, the short route currently in place is a beautiful riverside escape that takes you through woodland and parks.
Classification: Easy Distance: 2.5 miles
Swansea Valley: Clydach to Swansea Observatory
Following a mixture of riverside paths, new purpose build sections and old railway lines, this route provides a green strip through the industrial heart of the Swansea Valley. From the route it is possible to see some of the valley’s industrial past, while at the same time the route showcase its regenerated present.
Classification: Medium Distance: 8.5 miles
Swansea Valley: Clydach to Ystalyfera
This is a very gentle ride along canal towpath and old railway, following the valley floor from between two of the major Swansea Valley towns. Starting from Coed Gwilwm Park, the route picks up the canal towpath and takes you into the heart of Pontardawe. Moving away from the Canal and following the river bank, you find your way onto the old railway line. This takes you through woodland alongside the river before emerging on the edge of Ystalyfera.
Classification: Easy Distance: 6.5 miles
Merthyr Tydfil to Brecon
Classification: Hard/Challenge Distance: 25 miles
Builth Wells to Glasbury via Erwood Station
Running down the Wye valley, the route follows back roads, with short traffic free sections in Builth Wells. The old Erwood rail station, now a café and museum is roughly half way along the section, and makes an ideal resting spot for refreshments, and a great alternative turning point for those wanting a shorter ride.
Classification: Medium/Hard Distance: 15 miles
Fishguard to St Davids
Due to the popularity of St Davids, even the minor roads can get quite busy as you approach the small and unique city, and it’s famous cathedral, but don’t let the thought of the traffic put you off as the scenery is fantastic and the setting provided by St Davids is truly wonderful.
Classification: Hard Distance: 19 miles
Port Talbot to Kidwelly
This is possibly the longest stretch of almost continuous traffic free path on the NCN. Of the 42 miles, only 5 miles are on quiet roads, with the remainder on purpose built traffic free paths.
Classification: Challenge Distance: 42 miles
Newport to Cardiff via Celtic Trail and Taff Trail
With two route options, offering different lengths and different path conditions, the routes between Newport and Cardiff are a great ride for the fitter more accomplished cyclist. The routes showcase the South Wales valleys, both past and present, with numerous historical features, great views and wildlife everywhere.
Classification: Challenge Distance: 29 - 38 miles
