Tywi Forest is a vast region in mid-Wales, characterized by dense conifer plantations, open moorland, and river valleys, including the Tywi Valley and the area around Llyn Brianne reservoir. This diverse landscape provides varied terrain for outdoor pursuits, with elevations reaching just under 500 meters in the surrounding hills. The area is suitable for several sports like mountain biking, road cycling, hiking, touring cycling, and more.
Tywi Forest offers more than 10 routes across…
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Average rating
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4.7
(25)
89
hikers
13.9km
03:54
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

3.0
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19
hikers
23.7km
06:47
550m
550m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

4.3
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153
hikers
9.83km
02:52
260m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.1
(7)
62
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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11
riders
33.9km
03:09
770m
770m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

5.0
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3
riders
63.2km
05:53
1,300m
1,300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2
riders
48.9km
04:34
900m
900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.8
(5)
59
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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7
riders
39.8km
03:32
900m
900m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

40
riders
64.9km
05:38
1,340m
1,340m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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26
riders
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29
riders
61.5km
05:43
1,320m
1,320m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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84.4km
04:07
1,070m
1,070m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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131
riders
66.4km
03:45
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

112
riders
115km
06:27
1,920m
1,920m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

43
riders
44.5km
01:53
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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34
runners
22.0km
02:20
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

25
runners
10.9km
01:15
250m
250m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
runners
17.7km
01:52
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
runners
5.25km
00:34
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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6
riders
63.1km
04:38
1,260m
1,260m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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65.3km
05:07
1,370m
1,370m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

5.0
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1
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Tywi Forest offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Mountain biking, Road cycling, Hiking, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Gravel biking. The region features diverse terrain from dense forests to open moorland and river valleys. More than 10 routes are available across these sports.
Tywi Forest is known for its mountain biking trails, with options for various skill levels. Routes include wide gravel tracks suitable for exploration and more challenging sections. For detailed information, refer to the MTB Trails around Tywi Forest guide.
A prominent natural feature in Tywi Forest is the Llyn Brianne reservoir, surrounded by numerous routes. The area also includes the Teifi Pools, a collection of upland lakes, and the Tywi Valley. Elevations in the surrounding hills reach just under 500 meters.
Tywi Forest provides numerous road cycling routes, utilizing quiet lanes and offering dramatic scenery. Routes around Llyn Brianne Reservoir are popular for touring cyclists. The Road Cycling Routes around Tywi Forest guide offers more details.
Tywi Forest offers a network of forestry tracks and paths suitable for various hiking abilities. Options range from easy walks to more demanding treks, including routes around Llyn Brianne Reservoir and the Teifi Pools. The Hiking around Tywi Forest guide provides further information.
Yes, Tywi Forest offers family-friendly options, particularly for hiking. There are easy walks through woodland, such as the 1.5-mile (2.4 km) Holy Well Walk. For hiking, the Family-friendly hikes around Tywi Forest guide is available.
Tywi Forest is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 13,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.41 out of 5 stars. There are 11 routes available across various sports.
Komoot offers several guides for Tywi Forest, covering various activities. Guides include MTB Trails around Tywi Forest, Road Cycling Routes around Tywi Forest, and Hiking around Tywi Forest. Additional guides cover family-friendly hikes, easy hikes, and traffic-free bike rides.
Natural Resources Wales manages parts of Tywi Forest and provides information on their website. Their official website is naturalresources.wales. For specific inquiries, a contact number for forest planning within the Cambrian Mountains is +44 300 065 3000.
Tywi Forest offers challenging cycling routes, including sections with stiff climbs. The Devil's Staircase is a notable challenging climb for experienced cyclists. Some mountain biking routes, such as those in the Doethie Valley, also present demanding terrain.
Llyn Brianne is a spectacular reservoir located within Tywi Forest. It is a prominent feature of the landscape, offering dramatic views and serving as a focal point for many hiking and cycling routes. The reservoir is surrounded by diverse terrain.

