Monnow Bridge is the only surviving mediaeval fortified river bridge in Britain where the gate tower stands on the bridge. As such, the bridge is Grade I-listed and has been designated as a Scheduled Monument. According to the local tradition, building work commenced in 1272 to replace a Norman timber bridge.

JEANETTE

October 1, 2020

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Easy walk around Monmouth town centre. Not hard at all. Plenty of available parking and places to eat and drink. Monmouth is a border town and has a long military history. The Roman's founded a garrison here and called it Blestium.

Roy

August 28, 2023

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The oldest fortified bridge in Great Britain. Built 1272

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1. Monmouth to The Kymin loop — Wye Valley

10.9km

03:09

260m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Biblins Bridge & The Kymin loop from Monmouth — Wye Valley

16.7km

04:44

350m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Symonds Yat Rock loop from Monmouth — Wye Valley

25.9km

07:16

510m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 20 m

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Monnow St, Monmouth NP25 3EG

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Location: Monmouth, Monmouthshire, South Wales, Wales, United Kingdom

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1. Monmouth to The Kymin loop — Wye Valley

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