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Steep Incline Trail – The Swan Inn, Pontfadog loop from Llwynmawr

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Steep Incline Trail – The Swan Inn, Pontfadog loop from Llwynmawr

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Steep Incline Trail – The Swan Inn, Pontfadog loop from Llwynmawr

01:21

19.4km

330m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through protected areas

Please check local regulations for:

Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.42 km

Llangybi Bridge Cycle Route Sign

Highlight • Cycleway

collecting all the LBC signs.

Tip by

14.8 km

Steep Incline Trail

Highlight • Climb

Again, watch out for potholes. Do this route in daylight and ideally on a nice day

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17.4 km

Pontfadog Oak

Highlight • Historical Site

The Pontfadog Oak was a sessile oak tree (Quercus petraea) that stood on Cilcochwyn farm above the village of Pontfadog, in the Ceiriog Valley west of Chirk in the county …

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17.7 km

The Swan Inn, Pontfadog

Highlight • Pub

The Swan Inn is a traditional, stone-built village pub dating back to the 13th century. Cosy bed and breakfast accommodation and a comfy bar providing pub food and real ales …

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17.7 km

Pontfadog Station, Glyn Valley Railway

Highlight • Historical Site

19.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.4 km

Surfaces

12.6 km

6.81 km

Elevation

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Highest point (400 m)

Lowest point (130 m)

Weather

Tuesday 11 August

31°C

12°C

0 %

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Steep Incline Trail – The Swan Inn, Pontfadog loop from Llwynmawr

Llangybi Bridge Cycle Route Sign

Steep Incline Trail

Pontfadog Oak

The Swan Inn, Pontfadog

Pontfadog Station, Glyn Valley Railway

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