St. Arvans is a region in Monmouthshire, South-East Wales, situated within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB). The landscape features a diverse composition of ancient woodlands, riverine environments, and limestone gorges, providing varied terrain for outdoor pursuits. This makes St. Arvans suitable for several sports like jogging, hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, and more. The area's natural features, including the woodlands of the old Piercefield Estate and Wyndcliff Wood, contribute to its appeal for outdoor activities.
77
Routes
4.6
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Average rating
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People visited

4.6
(15)
50
hikers
8.90km
02:39
270m
270m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.6
(52)
319
hikers
14.3km
04:17
430m
430m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(7)
34
hikers
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(10)
40
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
(4)
82
runners
12.4km
01:33
280m
280m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

28
runners
5.31km
00:39
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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13
runners
7.65km
01:02
220m
220m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

31
runners
15.9km
01:45
240m
240m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5
riders
63.5km
05:45
1,350m
1,350m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

4.3
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21
riders
47.6km
04:13
790m
790m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
31.1km
02:27
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(2)
5
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.
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4.5
(4)
210
riders
60.2km
02:42
490m
490m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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11
riders
79.5km
03:50
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
22.3km
01:19
360m
360m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

16
riders
20.6km
01:03
300m
300m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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10
riders
24.2km
02:08
470m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3.0
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13
riders
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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12
riders
51.7km
03:50
850m
850m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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4
riders
36.8km
02:45
680m
680m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.0
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14
riders
15.9km
01:03
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

7
riders
15.4km
01:08
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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10
riders
60.0km
04:17
1,040m
1,040m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
(1)
19
riders
21.3km
01:33
300m
290m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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St. Arvans offers a variety of outdoor activities including Jogging, Hiking, Mountain biking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features more than 40 routes across these sports. Over 40,000 visitors have explored the area, contributing to an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars for its routes.
Yes, St. Arvans has jogging routes. There are 6 dedicated jogging routes listed on komoot for the area. Users can find more information and specific routes in the Running Trails around St. Arvans guide.
St. Arvans is known for its hiking trails, with 32 routes available. A notable route is the 5.4-mile (8.7 km) "St Arvans Roundabout - Walking Route," which includes the ascent of 365 steps to the Eagle's Nest viewpoint. The Hiking around St. Arvans guide provides further details.
Yes, mountain biking is an available activity in St. Arvans. The hilly, wooded terrain, particularly in areas like Piercefield Woods, provides suitable trails. One mountain biking route is listed, and more can be found in the MTB Trails around St. Arvans guide.
St. Arvans offers road cycling opportunities, with 3 routes available. The area features scenic byways and country lanes through the Wye Valley. A segregated bicycle path connects St. Arvans to the edge of Chepstow, enhancing safety for cyclists. The Road Cycling Routes around St. Arvans guide details these options.
Yes, St. Arvans provides family-friendly hiking options. Specific routes designed for families can be found. The Family-friendly hikes around St. Arvans guide offers suitable trails for all ages.
St. Arvans is situated within the Wye Valley Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), featuring ancient woodlands, riverine landscapes, and limestone gorges. Key natural features include Wyndcliff Wood, the Eagle's Nest viewpoint, and the River Wye. The historic Piercefield Estate woodlands also offer scenic routes.
St. Arvans is a popular destination for outdoor activities on komoot, with more than 40,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.45 out of 5 stars from over 5,000 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
Komoot offers several guides for St. Arvans, including Running Trails, Hiking, MTB Trails, and Road Cycling Routes. There are also guides for Family-friendly hikes, Easy hikes, and Gravel biking.
Official information for St. Arvans can be found through the St. Arvans Community Council. Their official website is starvanscouncil.co.uk. For direct inquiries, the phone number for the Clerk is +447902511468.
Yes, St. Arvans features routes with notable viewpoints. The Eagle's Nest, accessible via a 365-step ascent, offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding area and the River Wye. The historic Piercefield Walks also include viewpoints like 'Lover's Leap' and 'The Grotto'.
The "St Arvans Roundabout - Walking Route" is a 5.4-mile (8.7 km) hilly trek that traverses the woodlands of the old Piercefield Estate. It joins the Wye Valley Walk and leads to Lower Wyndcliffe Wood. This route includes an ascent to the Eagle's Nest viewpoint.
Yes, St. Arvans offers easy hiking routes suitable for less strenuous activity. These trails provide access to the region's natural beauty without significant challenges. The Easy hikes around St. Arvans guide lists several such options.

