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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Eglwysilan Circuit Scenic Road – View of the Taff Valley loop from Nantgarw

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Eglwysilan Circuit Scenic Road – View of the Taff Valley loop from Nantgarw

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Eglwysilan Circuit Scenic Road – View of the Taff Valley loop from Nantgarw

01:14

17.4km

310m

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: May 9, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.88 km for 89 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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6.81 km

Eglwysilan Circuit Scenic Road

Highlight • Cycleway

Nice Incline.....👍

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2

7.32 km

Cefn Eglwysilan Climb

Highlight • Climb

A climb of two halves, when climbing from the Abertridwr side. First part is gentle, with a slight kick towards the end, a brief moment of rest as you past …

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3

8.10 km

View of the Valleys from the Steep Climb near Aberdare

Highlight • Climb

The steepest part of the traject is situated at the outcome of the village (probability of meeting people along the road to encourage you is high). Almost at the top, …

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4

9.86 km

The Rocking Stone and the Gorsedd Circle

Highlight • Historical Site

The Rocking Stone or “Y Maen Chwyf” in Welsh is a glacial boulder dating back to the Ice Age. It was a focal point of the “Gathering of Bards” organised by stonemason Edward Williams in 1814.

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5

15.8 km

View of the Taff Valley

Highlight • Forest

So much gravel to wave a stick at...

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16.2 km

Coed Caedyrys

Forest

B

17.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.79 km

5.72 km

1.42 km

1.16 km

294 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

4.84 km

168 m

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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