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Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Llanhilleth

Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Llanhilleth

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Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Llanhilleth

04:11

93.5km

680m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 34.4 km for 70 m

After 34.9 km for 63 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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21.6 km

Usk Bridge

Highlight • Monument

The old red sandstone bridge was built between 1746 and 1747. It has five arches and was widened in 1836-7, although it might not feel like it if traffic is busy! If you opt for the footpath, please dismount.

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22.5 km

Wisteria Flowers on Stone Wall

Highlight • Structure

This was in May after lots of rain, it obviously stood out while I enjoyed my Scotch Egg snack. The ideal food for long bike rides.

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34.1 km

Outdoor water tap at St Cadoc's Church, Raglan

Highlight • Rest Area

34.7 km

Raglan Castle

Highlight • Castle

Raglan Castle is one of the last medieval castles to be built in England and Wales. The still standing ruins have impressively stood the test of time, and a visit …

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45.1 km

Red Door Diner Café

Highlight • Cafe

Lovely garden centre with a little cafe in the car park. Has toilets in the carpark. Food options are limited but there is plenty of cake and ice cream sundaes …

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47.7 km

Monmouth Castle and Great Castle House

Highlight • Castle

Once an important border castle, and birthplace of Henry V of England. In 1647 the site was reused and built over by Great Castle House, which has since become the headquarters and regimental museum of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers.

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48.3 km

Monnow Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Monnow Bridge is the only surviving mediaeval fortified river bridge in Britain where the gate tower stands on the bridge. As such, the bridge is Grade I-listed and has been …

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48.3 km

Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse

Highlight • Bridge

Sometimes referred to as Monmouth Bridge, Monnow Bridge is a charming medieval stone gated crossing, the last fortified river bridge in Britain. Once, this kind of crossing was a common …

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93.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

68.0 km

17.5 km

3.57 km

3.03 km

1.36 km

113 m

Surfaces

83.0 km

9.59 km

920 m

Elevation

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Saturday 27 June

18°C

11°C

52 %

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Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h

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Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Llanhilleth

Usk Bridge

Wisteria Flowers on Stone Wall

Outdoor water tap at St Cadoc's Church, Raglan

Raglan Castle

Red Door Diner Café

Monmouth Castle and Great Castle House

Monnow Bridge

Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse

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