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Cardiff Bay Barrage – Bute Park loop from Ninian Park

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Cardiff Bay Barrage – Bute Park loop from Ninian Park

Hard

4.8

(9)

579

runners

Cardiff Bay Barrage – Bute Park loop from Ninian Park

01:45

16.9km

70m

Running

Hard run. Very 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 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 6.99 km for 36 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.87 km

Principality Stadium

Highlight • Monument

Since renamed the Principality Stadium, it will always be called the Millennium Stadium by the locals

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2

4.12 km

Cardiff Bay Barrage

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the few places where you be surrounded by three hues of blue - the sea, the sky, the bay. Wonderful place!

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3

7.15 km

People's Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge gives great views of the marina, and forms part of the Cardiff Bay loop

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4

9.48 km

The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

Highlight • Monument

The Enormous Crocodile statue in Cardiff Bay is a playful tribute to the beloved character from Roald Dahl’s story. It adds a touch of fun to the waterfront area and celebrates Dahl’s connection to Cardiff, where he was born.

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10.4 km

Channel Dry Dock

Lake

6

10.9 km

Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Religious Site

This Norwegian Church harks back to a time of trade between Norway and Wales. Roald Dahl was also baptised here.

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7

14.3 km

Bute Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A total of 56 hectares of park right in the city by the river and the castle. There are many hiking opportunities.

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8

14.8 km

View of the River Taff from the Millennium Bridge

Highlight • River

B

16.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

10.6 km

4.29 km

1.59 km

390 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.46 km

5.69 km

1.06 km

675 m

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Friday 26 June

26°C

17°C

40 %

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