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

Last updated: August 4, 2025

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Start point

Train Station

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3.78 km

Aberdare to Hirwaun Cycleway

Brilliant strip of traffic-free cycleway that links Aberdare near the train station to Hirwaun. It's pretty much flat, although you'll need to look out for debris like leaves and sticks in the winter months.

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18.5 km

Llwyn-on Reservoir

Nice picturesque reservoir with a great campsite just below it if you are on a bike or hiking tour.

Tip by

18.7 km

Llwyn Onn Reservoir

Smaller reservoir than others in the area, but with stunning landscape great off road paths to keep you away from the A470

Tip by

33.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

8.19 km

7.10 km

4.23 km

1.48 km

443 m

198 m

Surfaces

8.70 km

7.18 km

7.03 km

5.18 km

4.88 km

Elevation

Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (120 m)

Weather

Today

Saturday 18 October

12°C

10°C

70 %

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Our route recommendations are based on thousands of hikes, rides, and runs completed by other people on komoot.

Aberdare to Hirwaun Cycleway – Llwyn Onn Reservoir loop from Aberdare

Aberdare to Hirwaun Cycleway

Llwyn-on Reservoir

Llwyn Onn Reservoir

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