Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2025

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Train Station

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14.6 km

Bryn Du Climb from Aberdare

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An enjoyable(-ish) climb up from Aberdare to the top of Maerdy mountain. Equally enjoyable descent, with the switchbacks making it interesting as opposed to most straight line descents. Really good …

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20.1 km

Bradley's Coffee Shop

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Great coffee shop.

Always welcoming, even in the dead of winter when you’re covered in mud and soaking wet.

Great coffee and cakes.

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49.3 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

29.6 km

18.2 km

947 m

289 m

221 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

48.7 km

573 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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