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Llandaff Weir – View of the Taff Valley loop from Waun-gron Park

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Wales
South Wales
Cardiff

Llandaff Weir – View of the Taff Valley loop from Waun-gron Park

Moderate

4.6

(5)

103

riders

Llandaff Weir – View of the Taff Valley loop from Waun-gron Park

03:40

60.2km

450m

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 23, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

3.27 km

Llandaff Weir

Highlight • Natural

Llandaff Weir on the River Taff was built in the mid 1800s to help control the flow and water levels upstream. It was built in a dangerous rapid part of the river which had previously claimed several lives.

Tip by

2

6.20 km

Very close to the Taff Trail. A great little spot to see this incredible carved structure and a great photo opportunity.

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3

46.3 km

View of the Taff Valley

Highlight • Forest

So much gravel to wave a stick at...

Tip by

46.7 km

Coed Caedyrys

Forest

5

47.7 km

Wooded section of the Taff Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

taff trail is lovely . small sections can be industrial, however I found this section through the trees particularly beautiful 🌳

Tip by

6

51.3 km

View from Ynys Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Unfortunately, the road over this bridge ends in a builder's yard. To access the Taff Trail from here you will have to negotiate the A470 junction.

Tip by

7

52.5 km

The Lewis Arms

Highlight • Pub

Always a good place to stop for refreshments. It’s a popular pub and can be busy at times.

Tip by

53.9 km

River Taff

Lake

9

54.3 km

Radyr Weir

Highlight • Structure

A pretty weir of the River Taff, the Radyr Weir runs today as a hydro power scheme and a focal point of Radyr town. Many wild salmon and sea trout …

Tip by

10

56.0 km

Melingriffith Water Wheel

Highlight • Historical Site

B

60.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.3 km

6.93 km

6.90 km

6.02 km

635 m

390 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

54.5 km

4.12 km

986 m

537 m

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

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Thursday 16 July

27°C

16°C

6 %

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