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Heads of the Valleys route, Taff Trail & Beacon Canal loop from Abergavenny — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

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Heads of the Valleys route, Taff Trail & Beacon Canal loop from Abergavenny — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

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4.5

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Heads of the Valleys route, Taff Trail & Beacon Canal loop from Abergavenny — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

05:49

79.8km

960m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2024

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Includes a movable bridge

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After 53.2 km for 9 m

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Start point

Train Station

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3.02 km

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal Towpath Cycle Route

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A great alternative to the road... fully paved so doable on any bike. A great way to get from Abergavenny to the Cycle Route 49... which follows the canal.

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13.1 km

Arch Bridge Cycle Path to Brynmawr

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New flat path following the original NCR46 to Brynmawr.

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24.2 km

Simnai Dirdro (Twisted Chimney)

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‘Simnai Dirdro’ (twisted chimney) by Brian Tolle. Made of polycarbonate.

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33.9 km

Taff Trail: Elevated View of Pontsticill Reservoir

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A superb off-road section which is a great alternative to the road. You can't see much of the reservoir from the road due to the trees on its bank. A …

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40.4 km

Taf Fechan Forest gravel track

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A fantastic climb on a very good surface... I can imagine the descent being epic!

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42.1 km

Talybont Reservoir Gravel Climb

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This gravelly climb is a great alternative to the road if you’re riding larger wheels. The trail itself is fine for road bikes with larger wheels or gravel bikes (I …

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50.1 km

Talybont Reservoir

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A wonderful view across the water. Situated along the right hand side of the reservoir (looking up at it from the dam) there are two bird hides and a few small parking places.

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53.4 km

Talybont-on-Usk Aqueduct

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One of the many sights to see in Talybont on the canal.

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79.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

28.3 km

24.6 km

12.1 km

9.36 km

4.66 km

822 m

Surfaces

29.2 km

28.7 km

19.8 km

1.77 km

341 m

Elevation

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Highest point (440 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Friday 8 May

17°C

5°C

25 %

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Heads of the Valleys route, Taff Trail & Beacon Canal loop from Abergavenny — Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) National Park

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Arch Bridge Cycle Path to Brynmawr

Simnai Dirdro (Twisted Chimney)

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Taf Fechan Forest gravel track

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Talybont Reservoir

Talybont-on-Usk Aqueduct

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