Cardiff Cycle Routes
There's several signed National Cycle Network routes running through the Cardiff area. One of the highlights is the tremendous Taff Trail which you can follow into the Brecon Beacons.
There's also a number of country parks and the lovely Fforest Fawr nearby. These all have some nice traffic free cycle paths to try.
Afan Forest Park is a little further afield but still reachable from the city. It's got a selection of fine mountain bike trails including the well known Penhydd Trail and Skyline Trail.
Use the links to view full route information including elevation profiles, interactive maps and GPS downloads.
You can also view an overview map of all the routes in the using the Cardiff Cycle Map>>
| Route Name | Photo | Distance | Description |
| Cardiff Bay Trail | 4.8 miles (7.7 km) | This circular cycle and walking trail takes you around Cardiff Bay along part of Sustrans National Cycle Route 8. View Full Details>> | |
| Cardiff to Bridgend | 32.3 miles (52 km) | This lovely largely off road ride follows National Cycle routes 8, 4 and the Taff Trail from Cardiff to Bridgend. You start on the River Taff in Cardiff and head along the river northwards passing the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Castle. There are also views of the attractive riverside Bute Park and the Weir on the Taff near Maindy as you leave the centre of Cardiff. You soon come to Radyr and then onto Castle Coch (the red castle) before passing through the village of Nantgarw. View Full Details>> | |
| Cardiff to Caerphilly | 12.4 miles (20 km) | This is a lovely ride that follows National Cycle Route 8 and the Taff Trail from Cardiff to Caerphilly. View Full Details>> | |
| Cardiff to Newport | 28 miles (45 km) | This is a lovely ride that follows National Cycle routes 8 and 47 between these two major Welsh cities. View Full Details>> | |
| Cardiff to Pontypridd | 15.5 miles (25 km) | This lovely largely off road ride follows National Cycle Route 8 and the Taff Trail from Cardiff to Pontypridd. View Full Details>> |
