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Llanfair Caereinion & Llyn Efyrnwy / Lake Vyrnwy loop from Welshpool

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Llanfair Caereinion & Llyn Efyrnwy / Lake Vyrnwy loop from Welshpool

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Llanfair Caereinion & Llyn Efyrnwy / Lake Vyrnwy loop from Welshpool

04:48

69.1km

1,130m

Cycling

Embark on a difficult touring bicycle adventure with the Llanfair Caereinion & Llyn Efyrnwy / Lake Vyrnwy loop from Welshpool. This challenging 42.9-mile (69.1 km) route demands very good fitness, featuring 3698 feet (1127 metres) of elevation gain over approximately 4 hours and 48 minutes. You will cycle through tranquil…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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37.0 km

Lake Vyrnwy and Dam

Highlight • Bridge

Park at the very top of the Lake if arriving in a car. Note that some sections can get closed due to rock falls at the top of the Lake near the Waterfall Car Park.

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69.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.6 km

19.8 km

4.23 km

363 m

178 m

Surfaces

59.2 km

5.23 km

4.19 km

541 m

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Thursday 16 July

27°C

13°C

0 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Lake Vyrnwy and Dam

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