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Penyrheol Trecenydd & Energlyn

Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

Penyrheol Trecenydd & Energlyn

Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

02:30

33.2km

700m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 22, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 8.85 km for 54 m

After 31.1 km for 186 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.79 km

Eglwysilan Common Doubletrack

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Doubletrack route across the common linking Nelson and Caerphilly. Manageable on a gravel bike, bad drainage when wet.

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8.95 km

The Taff Trail is a 55 mile waymarked route between Brecon and Cardiff Bay. With the majority of the route on off-road tarmac cycle/ walking path, it's a great way to see South Wales, cover distance and avoid cars.

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11.8 km

Hengoed Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

The coal mining industry transformed the landscape of South Wales and one of the ways it did that was bringing about the construction of railways and, to span valleys, their …

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12.1 km

Hengoed Viaduct

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Hengoed Viaduct is an old railway viaduct that’s now a walkway and extension of NCN Route 47. It offers a nice view over the valley.

The "Wheel o Drams" sculpture …

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12.2 km

Sirhowy Valley Bike Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This segment of the Sirhowy Valley bike path let’s you avoid the main road through Maesycwmmer. Just watch out for pedestrians if you’re going fast!

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27.8 km

Fred Jones Lane to Lisvane Path

Highlight • Climb

Good little cut through up over into Lisvane. Good climb up through the farm
Passable on a road bike just turns a bit rough past the farm. Also watch out for the gate after the first decent.

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31.0 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles still standing in the country and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re passing. Check ahead to see opening times.

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31.3 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the most complete, still standing castles in South Wales. You can park for free at Morrisons just up the road, and entry is free on certain days. It's worth checking ahead!

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33.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.6 km

9.93 km

7.04 km

2.98 km

463 m

193 m

Surfaces

13.2 km

11.3 km

7.92 km

668 m

122 m

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Tuesday 26 May

29°C

17°C

30 %

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Caerphilly Castle – Caerphilly Castle loop from Energlyn & Churchill Park

Eglwysilan Common Doubletrack

Penallta Park signpost

Hengoed Viaduct

Hengoed Viaduct

Sirhowy Valley Bike Path

Fred Jones Lane to Lisvane Path

Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle

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