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Llandaff Weir – Cardiff Castle loop from Danescourt

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Llandaff Weir – Cardiff Castle loop from Danescourt

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4.5

(4)

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Llandaff Weir – Cardiff Castle loop from Danescourt

00:47

12.7km

60m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 12, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.33 km

Llandaff Weir

Highlight • Natural

Llandaff Weir on the River Taff was built in the mid 1800s to help control the flow and water levels upstream. It was built in a dangerous rapid part of the river which had previously claimed several lives.

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2.70 km

Heron Spot

Highlight • Viewpoint

be quiet (unlike me who didn't get a picture of the heron)

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2.90 km

Mountain Bike Ramps

Highlight • Structure

There good ramps but a bit bumpy

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4.96 km

The Summerhouse Café

Highlight • Cafe

"The Summerhouse cafe offers a wide selection of locally sourced drinks and snacks. The outdoor seating area provides views of the Herbaceous Border. The café is popular with families with …

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5.17 km

Bute Park Flower Display

Highlight • Viewpoint

This little stretch of Bute Park has stunning flowers on display of all kinds. Well worth slowing down to enjoy the views

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5.32 km

Gorsedd Stone Circle, Bute Park

Highlight • Monument

Although it might look like an ancient monument, it was actually installed in 1978 to celebrate Cardiff hosting the Welsh National Eisteddfod.
The central table stone was moved from the …

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5.43 km

Bute Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A total of 56 hectares of park right in the city by the river and the castle. There are many hiking opportunities.

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5.81 km

Cardiff Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Cardiff Castle is situated within picturesque parklands at the heart of the Welsh capital. The site has a rich 2,000-year history; from Roman fort, to Norman keep and eventually to stone-built castle. You experience great views from the castle.

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12.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.39 km

2.82 km

1.16 km

563 m

527 m

125 m

118 m

Surfaces

11.6 km

750 m

288 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

14°C

8°C

36 %

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Llandaff Weir – Cardiff Castle loop from Danescourt

Llandaff Weir

Heron Spot

Mountain Bike Ramps

The Summerhouse Café

Bute Park Flower Display

Gorsedd Stone Circle, Bute Park

Bute Park

Cardiff Castle

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