Tintern Wireworks Bridge – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Tintern

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Tintern Wireworks Bridge – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Tintern

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Tintern Wireworks Bridge – View of Tintern Abbey loop from Tintern

01:41

5.53km

170m

Hiking

Easy hike. Easily walkable paths. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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Wye Valley National Landscape

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Start point

Bus stop

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500 m

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

Highlight • Monument

An interesting old railway bridge which I believe took industrial rail across the river to join Chepstow to Monmouth. The surrounding countryside is stunning and in the local area is …

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586 m

The River Wye in the Wye Valley National Landscape

Highlight • Trail

Wonderful views across the river. Peaceful except for other friendly hikers.

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839 m

View of Tintern Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

From the other side of the River Wye it is possible to glimpse the magical 12th Century Tintern Abbey through the trees. Tintern is one of the most spectacular monastic …

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3.50 km

Brockweir Village and Old Monks' Hall

Highlight • River

Brockweir is a small, very quaint village located just north of Tintern. It has a surprisingly large number of listed buildings in its midst, including the chapel, bridge, and post …

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3.57 km

Brockweir Bridge was built in 1906, and is an iron, Grade II listed structure. Recently renovated, it looks much more attractive with a fresh coat of paint, and the views of the River Wye from it, are superb.

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4.18 km

The Old Station Tintern Café

Highlight • Cafe

The Old Station, Tintern, nestles beside the River Wye in the heart of the Wye Valley. This idyllic 10-acre site boasts the best of what Monmouthshire has to offer; a …

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5.06 km

St Michael’s Church, Tintern

Highlight • Religious Site

St Michael's church was built on the site of an important roman river crossing. There was a christian church here as early as 65AD, some 350 years before the foundation …

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5.53 km

End point

Bus stop

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