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Radyr Weir – View of Castell Coch loop from Llandaf

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Radyr Weir – View of Castell Coch loop from Llandaf

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Radyr Weir – View of Castell Coch loop from Llandaf

00:36

10.3km

40m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 21, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.68 km

Melingriffith Water Wheel

Highlight • Historical Site

2

2.22 km

View of the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lots of lovely river views all down this trail. Great place for a daily run!

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3

2.60 km

Wooden Sculptures at Forest Farm Country Park

Highlight • Structure

Very close to the Taff Trail. A great little spot to see this incredible carved structure and a great photo opportunity.

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4

3.06 km

Blue Bridge, Radyr

Highlight • Bridge

Narrow bridge which is next to Radyr train station.
Becareful of other users.

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5

3.63 km

Radyr Weir

Highlight • Structure

A pretty weir of the River Taff, the Radyr Weir runs today as a hydro power scheme and a focal point of Radyr town. Many wild salmon and sea trout …

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6

5.38 km

View of Castell Coch

Highlight • Viewpoint

Castell Coch, or the ‘Red Castle’, rises up from the ancient beech woods of Fforest Fawr like a vision from a fairy tale. Yet these great towers with their unmistakable conical roofs only hint at the splendour within.

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7

5.44 km

The Dropbar Workshop

Highlight • Rest Area

Great local independent bike repair workshop and used bike sales. Open Tu-Sa 9:30-16:00, closes at 14:30 We and Fr

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8

5.45 km

The Lewis Arms

Highlight • Pub

Always a good place to stop for refreshments. It’s a popular pub and can be busy at times.

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B

10.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

6.22 km

2.20 km

966 m

465 m

225 m

203 m

Surfaces

9.09 km

747 m

356 m

< 100 m

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