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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Taffs Well

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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Taffs Well

Moderate

4.7

(19)

66

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Garth Summit – Gwaelod Y Garth Inn loop from Taffs Well

02:57

9.85km

310m

Hiking

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

Last updated: May 26, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1.91 km

Pentyrch Woods

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This is a gorgeous woodland situated at the foothills of the Garth Mountain between the two towns of Taffs Wells and Pentrych.

You'll be walking through a majestic display of …

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4.90 km

View of Garth Mountain from Route des Alpes

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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 …

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5.33 km

Garth Summit

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

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6.46 km

View from Garth Hill

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very steep ascent but worth it the views!

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7.75 km

Garth Hill Climb

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Its a steep uphill from Taffs Well direction. For an easier ascent aproach from Pentyrch direction. Be sure to take time though to visit "The Garth Pimple" (road cyclist will …

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7.90 km

Gwaelod Y Garth Inn

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Good food, super friendly and thirst quenching.

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7

9.49 km

CoffiHQ Coffee Shop

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Wonderful place to take a break and enjoy delicious coffee and cakes

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9.85 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.57 km

2.17 km

1.94 km

908 m

236 m

Surfaces

4.85 km

2.68 km

980 m

739 m

309 m

265 m

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Highest point (300 m)

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Monday 15 June

19°C

13°C

19 %

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