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Roath Basin Bridge – Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay loop from Cogan

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Roath Basin Bridge – Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay loop from Cogan

Moderate

4.0

(15)

739

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Roath Basin Bridge – Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay loop from Cogan

01:14

11.9km

60m

Running

Moderate run. 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 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 2.14 km for 16 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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430 m

People's Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge gives great views of the marina, and forms part of the Cardiff Bay loop

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1.71 km

Penarth Marina

Lake

3.14 km

The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

Highlight • Monument

The Enormous Crocodile statue in Cardiff Bay is a playful tribute to the beloved character from Roald Dahl’s story. It adds a touch of fun to the waterfront area and celebrates Dahl’s connection to Cardiff, where he was born.

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3.83 km

Cardiff Bay Aqua Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Not had a chance to have a go on this, but looks like should be quite the challenge. Should be an enjoyable afternoon with friends!

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4.37 km

Roath Basin Bridge

Highlight • Rest Area

with Folded artitecture

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4.80 km

Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Settlement

Cardiff Bay is Europe's largest waterfront development. It is supplied by two rivers, the Taff and Ely, to form a 500-acre (2.0 km2) freshwater lake around the former dockland area …

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5.02 km

Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Settlement

Cardiff Bay offers a fantastic urban environment to run around. There is something about iconic landmarks that keeps you moving on to the next one. From the Norwegian Church, to …

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7.80 km

Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Religious Site

This Norwegian Church harks back to a time of trade between Norway and Wales. Roald Dahl was also baptised here.

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7.98 km

Coffi Co. Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Cafe

Claiming to be the quirkiest Coffee Shop in Cardiff (and possibly succeeding). Unlike most coffee shops, this one is made from shipping containers, with deck chairs in the front yard …

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11.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.10 km

4.12 km

422 m

250 m

Surfaces

6.14 km

5.50 km

165 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Tuesday 26 May

30°C

18°C

26 %

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Roath Basin Bridge – Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay loop from Cogan

People's Bridge

The Enormous Crocodile Statue (Roald Dahl)

Cardiff Bay Aqua Park

Roath Basin Bridge

Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay

Cardiff Bay

Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay

Coffi Co. Cardiff Bay

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