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River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Crickhowell

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River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Crickhowell

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River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Crickhowell

01:11

17.5km

220m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.2 km for 198 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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Gilwern Boat Hire

Highlight • Structure

11.3 km

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

This flat and easy tow path runs along the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, perfect for gravel cyclists, mountain bikers, walkers and runners.

Especially lovely in autumn with the changing colours of the trees, but really a great year-round trail.

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14.8 km

Giant Redwood in Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful at sunset

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16.8 km

River Usk

Highlight • River

The River Usk rises on the northern slopes of the Black Mountain (y Mynydd Du), Wales, in the westernmost part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Initially forming the boundary …

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16.8 km

Crickhowell Bridge

Highlight • River

Crickhowell bridge is a pretty crossing point of the River Usk.

Crickhowell itself is a small market town with the remains of a motte and bailey castle built by the Normans.

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17.3 km

Crickhowell Castle ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Crickhowell Castle, also known as Alisby's castle, dominates the views from the delightful market town. The now Grade I-listed ruin began life as a motte and bailey castle in the …

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17.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.9 km

5.25 km

581 m

398 m

343 m

Surfaces

7.96 km

4.97 km

4.53 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (200 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

26°C

13°C

0 %

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River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Crickhowell

Gilwern Boat Hire

Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal Towpath

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