The Elan Valley is one of the most picturesque areas of Wales. Known as the "Welsh Lake District" the area of beautiful countryside and lakes spans over 70 square miles (181 square km). The Elan Valley Trail is a popular cycle trail that leads from Rhayader around the reservoirs in the valley.

Matt Reilly

July 22, 2021

Cycling

Not sure I have heard of Elan valley being referred to as the "Welsh lake District" but nether the less it is a awesome place to ride. Bad weather can make you fill a million miles away from home and when it is wet, it is truly wet.
I have had some awesome rides there in heat waves, rain and bright sunny minus 7° days.

Marcin Kaminski

September 2, 2021

Cycling

Nice cycling routes. Beautiful surroundings!

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Top cycling routes to Elan Valley Trail

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1. Elan Valley and Pont-rhyd-y-groes loop from Rhayader

68.1km

05:35

1,140m

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

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2. Radnor Ring West — Sustrans Route 825

77.7km

05:22

1,200m

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

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3. Rhayader and Llanwrthwl loop from Newbridge-on-Wye

39.0km

02:39

490m

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

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Elevation 210 m

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Location: Rhayader, Powys, Wales, United Kingdom

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Elan Valley Trail

1. Elan Valley and Pont-rhyd-y-groes loop from Rhayader

2. Radnor Ring West — Sustrans Route 825

3. Rhayader and Llanwrthwl loop from Newbridge-on-Wye

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