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Rhossili Bay viewpoint – View over Rhossili Bay loop from Port Eynon

Rhossili Bay viewpoint – View over Rhossili Bay loop from Port Eynon

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Rhossili Bay viewpoint – View over Rhossili Bay loop from Port Eynon

01:44

34.5km

430m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

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After 25.8 km for 202 m

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11.2 km

St Cenydd's Church, Llangennith

Highlight • Religious Site

The village of Llangennith clusters round a central village green and the church of St Cenydd (also Kyned/Cynydd) - the largest in Gower - which was founded in the 6th century, in the days of the undivided Church. According to legend the church was established as a hermitage by St Cenydd; but in 986 the early buildings were destroyed by Vikings. The present structure dates from the 12th century - it was consecrated in 1102 - when Norman war-lords were building castles and churches all over Gower, as elsewhere in Britain. The large fortified square tower is unusually placed north of the nave in which is a filled in, low, eastern arch, likely associated with a small priory which was attached through the Middle Ages. The church is the reputed burial place of Iestyn ap Gwrgant, the last ruler of the Welsh kingdom of Morgannwg, who is said to have become a religious at Llangennith after being deposed by the Norman Robert Fitzhamon in 1090. The church contains the mutilated effigy of a 13th-century knight known locally as 'the Dolly Mare' and believed to represent a member of the de la Mere family who held lands nearby, and a significant Norman font. The church interior was restored and remodelled in the 1880s, and the interior floor raised by several feet to counteract damp. The remodelling was relatively restrained and the church retains many original features.

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24.3 km

Rhossili Sunflower Field

Highlight • Natural

25.9 km

Rhossili Bay viewpoint

Highlight • Beach

Step out of the car park, and straight into beautiful views across Rhossili Bay. Look out for the exposed wreck of Helvetia at low tide, in the middle of the beach.

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26.1 km

View over Rhossili Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Rhossili Bay is the focal point of the Gower Peninsula. It is just such an iconic destination. In the immediate vicinity, you have views of the amazing rocky peninsula of Worms Head, the sweeping panoramic view across Rhossili Bay Beach, and the nearby ridge that forms Rhossili Down with its trig pointed summit. There is a National Trust car park here for parking, bars, and cafes. The path down to the beach is good but not accessible for wheelchairs, unfortunately.
On the beach itself, there is the iconic wreck of the Norwegian barque Helvetia. The remains of the wreck at low tide are simply one of the most photographed locations on Gower, and its ribbed outline resembles something akin to a dinosaur ribcage poking its way out of the sand.
On the far side of this glorious three-mile beach is Burry Holmes Island, but it is only accessible at low tide. This is equally so with nearby Worms Head, which is a great adventure but one that needs due care due to its rocky nature and tidal access. This iconic tidal penninsula is only available 2.5 hours either side of low tide, and the walk will take you a minimum of two hours. Ensure you are in good physical shape to do the journey and have checked the tide times before you depart. If in doubt or for further excellent information, see Chris Knight's webpage below.
ohwhataknight.co.uk/blog/worms-head-hike-guide
WARNING: Crossing to Worms Head has resulted in injuries and drowning fatalities in the past. If you have been caught out by the tide, do not attempt to swim ashore.

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34.5 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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25.9 km

8.07 km

405 m

159 m

Surfaces

26.7 km

7.71 km

159 m

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Rhossili Bay viewpoint – View over Rhossili Bay loop from Port Eynon

St Cenydd's Church, Llangennith

Rhossili Sunflower Field

Rhossili Bay viewpoint

View over Rhossili Bay

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