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The best MTB trails around Cathays

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Mountain biking around Cathays is a great to experience more of the landscape. But it’s often tough to know where to start. To help you find the best mtb routes around Cathays, here are the best rides!

Last updated: November 6, 2025

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1. Blackweir Bridge – View of Castell Coch loop from Cathays

24.3km

01:28

210m

Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. View of Castell Coch – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Ninian Park

41.4km

02:46

470m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Taff Trail Tramroad Section – Quakers Yard Viaduct loop from Fairwater

77.2km

04:35

560m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. View of Castell Coch – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Llandaf

32.9km

02:02

280m

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. View of Castell Coch – Penallta Park signpost loop from Birchgrove

49.7km

04:03

920m

Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best MTB trails around Cathays

1. Blackweir Bridge – View of Castell Coch loop from Cathays

2. View of Castell Coch – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Ninian Park

3. Taff Trail Tramroad Section – Quakers Yard Viaduct loop from Fairwater

4. View of Castell Coch – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Llandaf

5. View of Castell Coch – Penallta Park signpost loop from Birchgrove

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