River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Gilwern

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River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Gilwern

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River Usk – Crickhowell Castle ruins loop from Gilwern

00:52

13.1km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 587 m for 107 m

After 7.54 km for 167 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal Towpath

Highlight • River

This flat and easy tow path runs along the Monmouthshire and Brecon canal, perfect for gravel cyclists, mountain bikers, walkers and runners.

Especially lovely in autumn with the changing colours of the trees, but really a great year-round trail.

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Highlight • Natural Monument

Beautiful at sunset

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Giant Redwood Tree by the Canal

Highlight • Natural

Massive tree next to the canal. Really stands out against everything else!

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River Usk

Highlight • River

The River Usk rises on the northern slopes of the Black Mountain (y Mynydd Du), Wales, in the westernmost part of the Brecon Beacons National Park. Initially forming the boundary …

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7.17 km

Crickhowell Bridge

Highlight • River

Crickhowell bridge is a pretty crossing point of the River Usk.

Crickhowell itself is a small market town with the remains of a motte and bailey castle built by the Normans.

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7.62 km

Crickhowell Castle ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Crickhowell Castle, also known as Alisby's castle, dominates the views from the delightful market town. The now Grade I-listed ruin began life as a motte and bailey castle in the …

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