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Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

Forest Path – View of Cardiff loop from Trethomas

Mountain biking trails

Bedwas Trethomas & Machen

Forest Path – View of Cardiff loop from Trethomas

Moderate

5.0

(1)

10

riders

Forest Path – View of Cardiff loop from Trethomas

01:38

18.8km

410m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 7, 2025

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A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

5.52 km

Forest Path

Highlight • Forest

2

6.53 km

Coed Coesau-whips

Forest

3

8.27 km

View of Cardiff from Craig Llysfaen (Lisvane Graig)

Highlight • Summit

Just stop and contemplate.

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4

8.78 km

Craig Llysfaen Gate

Highlight • Trail

5

8.98 km

View of Cardiff

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great place to take a breather while climbing the hill

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6

14.0 km

Llwyn Hir

Forest

B

18.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.92 km

5.71 km

2.95 km

1.46 km

727 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.43 km

5.28 km

4.30 km

2.60 km

225 m

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