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Rheidol Falls – National Library of Wales loop from Aberystwyth

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Rheidol Falls – National Library of Wales loop from Aberystwyth

Easy

4.8

(5)

53

riders

Rheidol Falls – National Library of Wales loop from Aberystwyth

01:29

33.2km

180m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 3.26 km for 75 m

After 15.1 km for 79 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

3.30 km

Coed Geufron

Forest

2

8.72 km

Capel Bangor Railway Station (Vale of Rheidol Railway)

Highlight • Rest Area

Step aboard restored steam trains for a stunning journey along the Rheidol Valley. The narrow track gauge allows the railway to follow the contours of the terrain with many sharp …

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3

15.1 km

The Magic of Life Butterfly House

Highlight • Natural

Discount for cyclists!

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4

16.8 km

Rheidol Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Just after crossing the green iron bridge there is a great picnic spot complete with table and benches. Perfect for enjoying the waterfall.
Right next to the Waterfall, there is …

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17.9 km

Cwm Rheidol Reservoir

Lake

6

31.2 km

National Library of Wales

Highlight • Monument

Amazing cakes to be found here when the cafe is open, and fab views over Aberystwyth

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B

33.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.1 km

6.07 km

4.38 km

1.16 km

270 m

251 m

Surfaces

26.8 km

6.19 km

216 m

< 100 m

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