Elan Valley Trail – River Wye loop from Rhayader

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Elan Valley Trail – River Wye loop from Rhayader

Hard

5.0

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Elan Valley Trail – River Wye loop from Rhayader

04:10

60.6km

950m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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495 m

Rhayader Town Clock

Highlight • Historical Site

Situated on the River Wye, Rhayader has many beautiful landscapes to explore nearby.

A small market town, Rhayader has long been a natural stopping point for travellers – from the …

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2.11 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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6.33 km

Elan Valley Visitor Centre and Café

Highlight • Parking

As well as a huge and delightful cafe, you'll also find loos, a museum and a little shop here, so it's well worth popping in for a visit. There's extensive …

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9.16 km

Garreg Ddu Reservoir and Bridge on the Elan Valley Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Stunning lakeside reflection views. A great start to an Elan Valley ride.

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29.0 km

Cwm Ystwyth Scenic Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice stretch of smooth tarmac and generally a quiet road with an epic rolling landscape.

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32.9 km

Gravel Path Through Green Valley

Highlight • Trail

43.2 km

River Wye

Highlight • Natural Monument

The fifth longest river in the UK, the River Wye runs from Plynlimon to the Severn estruary along the border between England and Wales. Much of the river is a …

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52.6 km