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Garth Summit – Radyr Weir loop from Llandaf

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Garth Summit – Radyr Weir loop from Llandaf

Hard

5.0

(1)

22

hikers

Garth Summit – Radyr Weir loop from Llandaf

06:05

22.0km

370m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

1.29 km

Melingriffith Water Wheel

Highlight • Historical Site

2

7.59 km

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

Highlight • Pub

Good food, super friendly and thirst quenching.

Tip by

3

7.98 km

Carved Tree Face

Highlight • Natural

This tree carving is masterful and the size of an adult. Its remote location imbues an aura of mysticism.

Tip by

4

9.13 km

View from Garth Hill

Highlight • Viewpoint

very steep ascent but worth it the views!

Tip by

5

11.4 km

Garth Summit

Highlight • Viewpoint

Stunning little hill with commanding views just outside Cardiff with a trig pointed summit. It is a UK listed Marilyn.

Tip by

6

11.8 km

View of Garth Mountain from Route des Alpes

Highlight • Viewpoint

The road to the South of Garth Mountain is named the "Route Des Alpes" on Google maps. I'm thinking it isn't genuine, but I like it!

The views from the …

Tip by

18.5 km

River Taff

Lake

8

18.9 km

Radyr Weir

Highlight • Structure

A pretty weir of the River Taff, the Radyr Weir runs today as a hydro power scheme and a focal point of Radyr town. Many wild salmon and sea trout …

Tip by

9

20.1 km

View of the River

Highlight • Viewpoint

Lots of lovely river views all down this trail. Great place for a daily run!

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B

22.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.75 km

5.84 km

3.64 km

2.81 km

1.27 km

703 m

Surfaces

12.4 km

3.64 km

2.80 km

1.80 km

1.20 km

155 m

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Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Sunday 18 October

14°C

7°C

73 %

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