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The best cycling routes around Nelson

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Looking for the best cycling routes around Nelson? On this page, we bring you the best bike rides around Nelson so you can just get out and go. All you’ve got to do is choose your route!

Last updated: November 19, 2025

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1. Hengoed Viaduct loop from Treharris

15.8km

00:58

130m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Moss-Covered Forest Trail – Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam loop from Cilfynydd

29.9km

02:20

420m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam – View of St. Gwynno Forest loop from Cilfynydd

44.4km

03:41

770m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Bike loop from Cilfynydd

24.0km

01:59

400m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Bike loop from Quakers Yard

15.5km

01:08

190m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes around Nelson

1. Hengoed Viaduct loop from Treharris

2. Moss-Covered Forest Trail – Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam loop from Cilfynydd

3. Nant Glydach Reservoir and Dam – View of St. Gwynno Forest loop from Cilfynydd

4. Bike loop from Cilfynydd

5. Bike loop from Quakers Yard

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