Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Monmouth

Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Monmouth

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Monnow Bridge – Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse loop from Monmouth

02:43

55.7km

830m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

Tips

Your route passes through a protected area

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Bannau Brycheiniog National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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474 m

Monmouth Castle and Great Castle House

Highlight • Castle

Once an important border castle, and birthplace of Henry V of England. In 1647 the site was reused and built over by Great Castle House, which has since become the headquarters and regimental museum of the Royal Monmouthshire Royal Engineers.

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758 m

Salt & Pepper

Highlight • Cafe

Seats outside, good cake.

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1.06 km

Monnow Bridge

Highlight • Monument

Monnow Bridge is the only surviving mediaeval fortified river bridge in Britain where the gate tower stands on the bridge. As such, the bridge is Grade I-listed and has been …

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1.08 km

Monnow Bridge and Gatehouse

Highlight • Bridge

Sometimes referred to as Monmouth Bridge, Monnow Bridge is a charming medieval stone gated crossing, the last fortified river bridge in Britain. Once, this kind of crossing was a common …

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14.1 km

Hen Gwrt Moated Site

Highlight • Historical Site

Hen Gwrt, a rare example of a Welsh moated site

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25.0 km

Abergavenny Town Centre

Highlight • Historical Site

In the shadow of the Sugar Loaf, Abergavenny is the perfect place to explore the Brecon Beacons National Park. Steeped in history, it boasts a plethora of restaurants, cafes, pubs, independent shops and beautiful parks to relax in.

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30.1 km

The Walnut Tree Inn

Highlight • Restaurant

Great little pub not far from Abergavenny and on the edge of Brecon Beacons National Park. Perfect spot for dinner - the food and wine is DELISH! Enjoyed a meal …

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