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Afon Elan Suspension Bridge – Elan Valley Trail loop from Rhayader

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Afon Elan Suspension Bridge – Elan Valley Trail loop from Rhayader

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Afon Elan Suspension Bridge – Elan Valley Trail loop from Rhayader

00:50

7.85km

120m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 20, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Parking

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1

516 m

Clive Powell Bikes

Highlight • Cycleway

Well stocked local bike shop, specialising in Whyte and Giant brands, both road and mountain bikes. Had the brakes pads I needed just in time, phew!

More at clivepowellbikes.com

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2

792 m

Tomen Llansantffraid

Highlight • Historical Site

3

3.21 km

Afon Elan Suspension Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Quaint rope bridge in the Rhayader area that adds something a bit different to your hike.

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4

3.21 km

Suspension Bridge Over the River Wye

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pretty secure but a bit scary! Easy to walk your bike across and great for feeling adventurous!

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5

5.83 km

Elan Valley Trail

Highlight • Trail

The Elan Valley is one of the most picturesque areas of Wales. Known as the "Welsh Lake District" the area of beautiful countryside and lakes spans over 70 square miles …

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6

6.38 km

Pharmacy Café

Highlight • Cafe

Really nice coffee.

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7

7.02 km

Triangle Inn

Highlight • Pub

Best pub in Rhayader - hearty portions of delicious food, veggie options, nice cask ales and other local brews and beautiful at sunset!

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8

7.22 km

Neil's Wheels Bike Shop

Highlight • Rest Area

Essential bike spares on the route of the Trans Cambrian Way. Super nice chap that leant us tools to keep us rolling.

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B

7.85 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.65 km

3.34 km

740 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.28 km

2.08 km

316 m

175 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

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Friday 26 June

23°C

14°C

54 %

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