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Rhayader to Elan small loop

Rhayader to Elan small loop

Moderate

5.0

(6)

229

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Rhayader to Elan small loop

01:45

31.4km

560m

Road cycling

Embark on the Rhayader to Elan small loop for a moderate road cycling experience that takes you through the stunning Elan Valley. This route covers 19.5 miles (31.4 km) with an elevation gain of 1839 feet (560 metres), typically taking around 1 hours and 44 minutes to complete. As you…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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910 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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1.06 km

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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6.71 km

Claerwen Dam

Highlight • Monument

Good spot to stop for refreshment but take cash!

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9.53 km

Caban Coch Dam and Viaduct, Elan Valley

Highlight • Bridge

Made long time ago and still looking stunning

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14.5 km

Pen-y-Garreg Dam

Highlight • Viewpoint

Elan Valley - Pen-y-Garreg Dam
The Pen-y-Garreg is the third Dam up through the Elan Valley, also to be known as the 'Middle Dam'.
Pen-y-Garreg Dam is unusual in that …

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17.0 km

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Highlight • Lake

A hidden gem is the heart of Wales. The area is perfect for exploring by bike. There are so many routes to choose from ranging from family rides, road bike and mtb!

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17.5 km

Craig Goch Dam

Highlight • Monument

Top dam of a series creating a chain of reservoirs. The day we rode past the top reservoir was a puddle due to the lack of rain and the heat.

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22.3 km

Pont ar Elan Waterfall and Stream

Highlight • Viewpoint

Pont ar Elan is a pretty little spot to take a rest. Picnic benches alongside the Afon Elan offer you a viewpoint to watch and listen to the stream, with …

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25.0 km

View of the Valley and Reservoir

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Approx 350m climb. Pic does not do it justice! Waterfalls and sheep;

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31.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.8 km

1.42 km

712 m

455 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

22.3 km

9.08 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (480 m)

Lowest point (190 m)

Weather

Sunday 24 May

28°C

12°C

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Rhayader Town Clock

Clive Powell Bikes

Claerwen Dam

Caban Coch Dam and Viaduct, Elan Valley

Pen-y-Garreg Dam

Elan Valley Reservoirs

Craig Goch Dam

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