The Mumbles – Swansea Bay Cycle Path loop from Swansea

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The Mumbles – Swansea Bay Cycle Path loop from Swansea

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The Mumbles – Swansea Bay Cycle Path loop from Swansea

01:11

11.6km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Gower National Landscape

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5.24 km

The Mumbles

Highlight • Settlement

The Mumbles is a great place to stop off on your tour. It's one of Dylan Thomas’ (many) stomping grounds and is home to the infamous "Mumbles Mile" of drinking …

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5.95 km

Joe's Ice Cream Parlour, Mumbles

Highlight • Restaurant

Simply world famous best ice cream in the world! I frequently enjoy a chocolate sundae, marshmallow sundae, the best is the chocolate north pole in my opinion.

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7.60 km

West Cross Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful beach along the bay between Swansea city centre and Mumbles. At low tide, the bay becomes an endless expanse of mudflats and sand creating an eye-pleasing vista as you jog on by.

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8.51 km

A lovely long stretch of beach across from the Clyne cycle path. You can run all the way along the promenade down to Swansea city or along to Mumbles. There are is a cafe further along and public toilets.

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9.79 km

Swansea Bay Cycle Path

Highlight • Cycleway

Along Swansea's seafront, there is a wonderful bike path that traces Swansea Bay. With fantastic views across the bay, the traffic-free path leads 5.8 miles (9.3 km) between the Observatory …

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