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Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Llanhilleth

Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Llanhilleth

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Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Llanhilleth

04:29

94.4km

1,120m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 26, 2026

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After 42.7 km for 363 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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21.6 km

Usk Bridge

Highlight • Monument

The old red sandstone bridge was built between 1746 and 1747. It has five arches and was widened in 1836-7, although it might not feel like it if traffic is busy! If you opt for the footpath, please dismount.

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36.7 km

View of the Severn Estuary

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From this road, especially heading back toward Chepstow, enjoy the most incredible views over the Severn Estuary and North Devon and Somerset.

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42.8 km

Cockshoot Wood

Forest

46.1 km

St. Arvans Climb

Highlight • Climb

Worth it for the descent into Tintern!

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48.0 km

Descent into Tintern

Highlight • Climb

Did the climb today, which was long but never difficult. In fact, it was very enjoyable and... at long last... the temporary/permanent traffic lights are gone!

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50.2 km

River Wye

Lake

51.0 km

Tintern Abbey

Highlight • Historical Site

Exquisitely preserved, Tintern Abbey was founded in the early 12th century and lies on the banks of the River Wye. Whilst its roof is long gone, its exterior walls remain …

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51.7 km

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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51.9 km

View of Tintern Abbey from Anghidi River Road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

Lovely quiet road that follows alongside the Anghidi River. Brings you out onto road looking down towards Tintern Abbey

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58.4 km

Climb to Cobblers Plain with Views of the Welsh Mountains

Highlight (Segment) • Climb

An easier climb (5-8%) to Cobblers Plain than the direct route from Llansoy. (avoids Star Pitch). Lovely views of the Welsh mountains over the left shoulder as you ascend

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94.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

58.5 km

26.7 km

4.43 km

3.38 km

794 m

360 m

241 m

Surfaces

85.5 km

8.04 km

407 m

390 m

129 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Tuesday 14 July

26°C

13°C

0 %

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Tintern Abbey – Tintern Wireworks Bridge loop from Llanhilleth

Usk Bridge

View of the Severn Estuary

St. Arvans Climb

Descent into Tintern

Tintern Abbey

Tintern Wireworks Bridge

View of Tintern Abbey from Anghidi River Road

Climb to Cobblers Plain with Views of the Welsh Mountains

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