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Pontrhydyfen Viaduct – Zig Zags Descent, Y Wal Trail loop from Cwmafan

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Pontrhydyfen Viaduct – Zig Zags Descent, Y Wal Trail loop from Cwmafan

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Pontrhydyfen Viaduct – Zig Zags Descent, Y Wal Trail loop from Cwmafan

02:12

25.1km

450m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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1

1.12 km

Afan River Cycle Path

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Mostly level or gentle down slope.

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2

3.39 km

Pontrhydyfen Viaduct

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Pontrhydyfen is a small former coal mining community at the confluence of the River Afan and the Afon Pelenna. It is distinguished by two large 19th-century bridges that span the …

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3

10.7 km

Tramway Trail

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4

12.8 km

Afan Forest Park Trail

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5

14.6 km

Y Wal & Graveyard Trail

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6

18.3 km

Bryn Betws Lodge

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7

18.6 km

Zig Zags Descent, Y Wal Trail

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Right at the end of the mega W2 loop, or on the Y Wal trail, the Zigzags part of the trail is a real feel-good descent, enjoy!

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25.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.20 km

8.13 km

5.19 km

1.82 km

728 m

Surfaces

17.1 km

7.06 km

633 m

138 m

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Saturday 29 August

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