Ysbyty Ystwyth is a region in Ceredigion, Wales, characterized by its diverse and rugged landscape. The area features craggy, hilly terrain, interspersed with deciduous woodlands, conifer plantations, and open moorland. The prominent Ystwyth valley offers varied gradients and picturesque views, while historical silver-lead mining sites add a unique industrial heritage to the natural scenery. This varied environment provides a compelling backdrop for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, jogging, and more.
Ysbyty…
73
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4.2
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Average rating
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5.0
(1)
3
riders
63.2km
05:53
1,300m
1,300m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

2
riders
48.9km
04:34
900m
900m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.0
(1)
21
riders
78.3km
05:52
1,310m
1,310m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

3.8
(5)
59
riders
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.5
(4)
19
hikers
1.54km
00:26
40m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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153
hikers
9.83km
02:52
260m
250m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.2
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60
hikers
12.3km
03:35
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(2)
18
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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112
riders
115km
06:27
1,920m
1,920m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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19
riders
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

18
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

20
riders
18.7km
00:47
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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5.0
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15
riders
47.4km
04:05
1,040m
1,040m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9
riders
20.8km
01:55
430m
440m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
riders
34.1km
02:39
780m
780m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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6
riders
30.0km
02:45
700m
700m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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10
riders
42.7km
04:04
670m
670m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
riders
40.4km
04:16
1,010m
1,010m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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9
riders
36.3km
02:57
630m
630m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

7
riders
21.6km
01:36
500m
500m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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20
runners
8.10km
01:00
200m
200m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
runners
21.1km
02:42
570m
570m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

18
runners
13.4km
01:34
320m
320m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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20
runners
17.7km
01:52
90m
90m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ysbyty Ystwyth offers a range of outdoor activities including Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Jogging, Touring cycling, and Gravel biking. The region features 13 routes with an average rating of 4.54 stars from more than 7,000 visitors.
The area is well-suited for mountain biking, with routes that include sections of the Ystwyth Trail. Nearby, Bwlch Nant yr Arian Visitor Centre offers purpose-built mountain bike trails. Explore options with the MTB Trails around Ysbyty Ystwyth guide.
Ysbyty Ystwyth's craggy hills, woodlands, and historical sites are suitable for hiking. The Hafod Estate provides restored walks and scenic features. Find routes in the Hiking around Ysbyty Ystwyth and Easy hikes around Ysbyty Ystwyth guides.
Road cyclists can use scenic routes that traverse the region, including sections of the Ystwyth Trail. This trail incorporates both paved and off-road sections and is part of the longer Sustrans Route 81. Consult the Road Cycling Routes around Ysbyty Ystwyth guide for options.
The network of trails and quiet country lanes in Ysbyty Ystwyth provides opportunities for jogging. Runners can experience the diverse natural beauty and varied terrain. Discover routes in the Running Trails around Ysbyty Ystwyth guide.
Ysbyty Ystwyth offers varied terrain suitable for gravel biking, combining paved roads with unpaved tracks. This allows for exploration of both natural landscapes and historical sites. Refer to the Gravel biking around Ysbyty Ystwyth guide for specific routes.
Ysbyty Ystwyth offers routes suitable for various skill levels. For easier options, the Hafod Estate provides gentle walks. The Easy hikes around Ysbyty Ystwyth guide highlights less challenging paths.
The region features the picturesque Ystwyth Valley, the designed landscape of Hafod Estate, and the peak of Llan Ddu Fawr. Lakes Llyn Fyrddon Fawr and Fach are also significant natural landmarks in the area.
Ysbyty Ystwyth's landscape bears marks of its silver-lead mining industry, with ruined buildings and spoil heaps. The area also has connections to medieval pilgrim routes, including those leading to Strata Florida Abbey.
Ysbyty Ystwyth has attracted more than 7,000 visitors on komoot. The 13 available routes have received an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, indicating a positive experience for users.
Komoot offers several guides for Ysbyty Ystwyth, including guides for MTB Trails, Hiking, Easy Hikes, Road Cycling Routes, Running Trails, Cycling, and Gravel Biking. These guides provide curated routes and information for various sports.
The official website for the Ysbyty Ystwyth community is ystwyth.org.uk. This site provides information related to the local parish.
A general tourism contact number for the Ysbyty Ystwyth region is not widely available. However, the Ysbyty Ystwyth Parish can be reached at +441974282387 for community-related inquiries.

