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Swansea Bike Path

5.8 miles (9.3 km)

Ordnance Survey Map Open Streetmap Follow the Swansea Bike Path along Swansea Bay on this lovely coastal cycle ride in South Wales.
The traffic free path runs for just under 6 miles along a signed surfaced path. As such it's a great one for families or anyone looking for an easy, safe ride. Along the way there's great views over Swansea Bay, lovely beaches and an historic ruined Norman castle.
The route starts off at Mumbles Head where there are fine views over the beautiful Gower Peninsula. You then head north, passing the 12th century Oysermouth Castle, West Cross and Black Pill before finishing in Swansea at the Quay by the River Tawe.
The path is part of Sustrans National Cycle Route 4 so it's easy to extend your outing if you have time. For example you could pick up another off road trail at Black Pill and follow it inland to visit Clyne Valley Country Park.

Swansea Bike Path OS Map Ordnance survey map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Swansea Bike Path Open Street Map Open Streetmap - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Photos

Foreshore and beach - Mumbles - geograph.org.uk - 1974799

Foreshore and beach

West Cross , Swansea Bay Cycle Path - geograph.org.uk - 3902250

West Cross , Swansea Bay Cycle Path

Oystermouth Castle - geograph.org.uk - 1415204

Oystermouth Castle. Historic pile built on a hill above Oystermouth in Mumbles. A castle was first built here in the 12th century. The bailey to right is used in the summer months for outdoor theatre.

West Cross , Swansea Bay Cycle Path - geograph.org.uk - 3902275

West Cross , Swansea Bay Cycle Path

Metal Bird Sculpture - geograph.org.uk - 1620285

Metal Bird Sculpture. Positioned between back of beach and foot and cycle track Swansea Bay

Swansea Bay at Black Pill - geograph.org.uk - 635768

Swansea Bay at Black Pill

Cycle path to Swansea - geograph.org.uk - 3867386

Cycle path to Swansea

Exercise machine on The Promenade, Swansea - geograph.org.uk - 3689042

Exercise machine on The Promenade, Swansea

Video

GPS Files

GPX File

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