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Chepstow Castle & Wye River loop from Chepstow — Wye Valley

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Chepstow Castle & Wye River loop from Chepstow — Wye Valley

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Chepstow Castle & Wye River loop from Chepstow — Wye Valley

01:45

6.25km

120m

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Embark on the Chepstow Castle & Wye River loop, a moderate hike spanning 3.9 miles (6.3 km) with an elevation gain of 405 feet (124 metres), typically taking 1 hour and 44 minutes to complete. You will experience a varied landscape, from level paths along the Wye Valley Greenway to…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Wye Valley AONB

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177 m

Chepstow Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Standing proudly on a limestone cliff above the River Wye, Chepstow Castle is a magnificent fortress with a history that stretches back nearly 1,000 years. Founded in 1067 by Earl …

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View of Chepstow Castle and the River Wye

Highlight • River

The views across the Wye at Chepstow Castle perched on its lofty craggy perch is super good from here. The Wye looks a bit murky but that is to be expected so close to the sea.

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6.25 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.78 km

1.61 km

1.40 km

1.23 km

231 m

Surfaces

2.48 km

1.96 km

1.78 km

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

14°C

3°C

34 %

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Trail Reviews

Ade

September 7, 2024, Chepstow Castle & Wye River loop from Chepstow — Wye Valley AONB

A easy stroll alongside chepstow racecourse then along the wye valley walk back to chepstow

Chepstow Castle & Wye River loop from Chepstow — Wye Valley

Chepstow Castle

View of Chepstow Castle and the River Wye

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