Swansea Canal Towpath – Clydach Lock, Swansea Canal loop from Pontardawe
Swansea Canal Towpath – Clydach Lock, Swansea Canal loop from Pontardawe
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Swansea Canal Towpath – Clydach Lock, Swansea Canal loop from Pontardawe
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9.92km
70m
Running
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 19, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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2.39 km
Swansea Canal Towpath
Highlight • Trail
You can either walk or cycle on the towpath, which occasionally switches over the river on a series of narrow bridges.
Do take care if you're on a bike as there's often runners, walkers, children and dogs also using the shared path.
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3.50 km
Low Bridge on Swansea Canal Towpath
Highlight • Cycleway
Situated along the Swansea Canal towpath (National Cycle Route 43), just before Coed Gwilym park, you might want to take it easy and sound your bell if you want to stay on!
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4.19 km
Clydach Lock, Swansea Canal
Highlight • Structure
9.92 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
4.57 km
4.24 km
813 m
288 m
Surfaces
6.02 km
1.84 km
1.75 km
298 m
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Elevation
Highest point (70 m)
Lowest point (20 m)
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