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Three Parks Trail

From the Sirhowy ValleyCountry Parknear Crosskeys, the ride continues 6 miles, crossing Hengoed’s impressive16arch listed viaduct.

Classification: Easy Distance: 13 miles

Rhondda Fach / Barry Sidings - Pontypridd to Porth

This lovely traffic-free route from Pontypridd travels through Barry Sidings Country Park, past the Rhondda Heritage Park and on to Porth.

Classification: Easy Distance: 4 miles

The easy traffic-free circular trail runs around Cardiff Bayand across to the seaside town of Penarthvia Pont Y Werin. It’s perfect for families andreturning cyclists and provides a fantastic opportunity to explore Cardiff Bay’svibrant waterfrontscafes, bars and restaurants; heritage sites, and fantastic array of activitieson offer in Cardiff Bay’s new International Sports Village.

Classification: Easy Distance: 8 miles

Church Village Community Route Llantrisant to Treforest

An essential commuter route for residents, school children and university students in the valleys towns of Treforest, Tonteg, Church Village and Llantrisant - this lovely trail is home to a very rare species of butterfly, 2 public artworks and a surprisingly famous face or two!

Classification: Easy Distance: 6 miles

Cynon Trail

Jam-packed with historical interest and family fun this trail is also a nature lover's paradise.

Classification: Medium Distance: 9 miles

Amman Valley

Short but scenic, this route connecting Ammanford to the Upper Amman Valley in Carmarthenshire guides you to a relaxing riverside retreat without being too far off the beaten track.

Classification: Easy Distance: 2.5 miles

Swansea Valley: Clydach to Swansea Observatory

Followinga mixture of riverside paths, new purpose build sections and old railway lines,this route provides a green strip through the industrial heart of the Swansea Valley. From the route it is possible tosee some of the valley’s industrial past, while at the same time the routeshowcase its regenerated present.

Classification: Medium Distance: 8.5 miles

Swansea Valley: Clydach to Ystalyfera

This is a very gentle ride alongcanal towpath and old railway, following the valley floor from between two ofthe major SwanseaValley towns. Starting from Coed GwilwmPark, the route picks upthe canal towpath and takes you into the heart of Pontardawe. Moving away fromthe Canal and following the river bank, you find your way onto the old railwayline. This takes you through woodland alongside the river before emerging onthe edge of Ystalyfera.

Classification: Easy Distance: 6.5 miles

Merthyr Tydfil to Brecon

This route is for those who would like to get into the heart of the national park, but it starts from possibly the most famous of the South Wales’ former mining towns, and ends in the picturesque rural town of Brecon.

Classification: Hard/Challenge Distance: 25 miles

Builth Wells to Glasbury via Erwood Station

Running down the Wye valley, the route followsback roads, with short traffic free sections in Builth Wells. The old Erwoodrail station, now a café and museum is roughly half way along the section, andmakes an ideal resting spot for refreshments, and a great alternative turningpoint for those wanting a shorter ride.

Classification: Medium/Hard Distance: 15 miles

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