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Oxwich Natural Nature Reserve loop from Oxwich — Gŵyr / Gower

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Oxwich Natural Nature Reserve loop from Oxwich — Gŵyr / Gower

Moderate

4.8

(25)

186

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Oxwich Natural Nature Reserve loop from Oxwich — Gŵyr / Gower

02:01

7.08km

160m

Hiking

Embark on a moderate hike through the Oxwich National Nature Reserve, a 4.4-mile (7.1 km) loop that takes about 2 hours and 1 minute to complete, with an elevation gain of 527 feet (161 metres). This trail offers a remarkable journey through diverse landscapes, from the sandy shores of Oxwich…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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469 m

St. Illtyd's Church, Oxwich

Highlight • Historical Site

Almost hidden from view, beneath the looming shadows of the woods neighbouring Oxwich Bay, nestles the church of St. Illtyd. Reputedly, a Christian building has been present on this site …

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547 m

Steep Forest Steps in Gower National Landscape

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

A staggeringly steep flight of slippery steps. It hugs the curve of the bay and takes you out to a point from which you can look back on the beach …

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1.14 km

Oxwich National Nature Reserve

Highlight (Segment) • Natural Monument

Oxwich National Nature Reserve is right off beautiful Oxwich Bay (funny enough!). It's a great place with a mix of sand dunes, lakes, woodlands, cliffs and some marshes. Oxwich Bay …

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7.08 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.91 km

1.03 km

748 m

336 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.53 km

970 m

663 m

594 m

155 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (80 m)

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Wednesday 6 May

14°C

9°C

26 %

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