Intermediate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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1.48 km

Aberystwyth Beachfront

The southern end of the beach, by the 'harbour trap' is a good spot to watch surfers when there is a good groundswell, also keep a look out for dolphins and porpoises.

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2.06 km

Aberystwyth’s castle ruins are incredibly evocative. Built in the 13th century, this castle survived for around 400 years before it was partially demolished by Oliver Cromwell.

The castle was originally a formidable fortress with walls within walls.

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6.14 km

Ystwyth Trail

The Ystwyth Trail is a 32.1 km / 20 mile cycle route and footpath linking Aberystwyth and Tregaron. Part of the trail follows the track of the old Great Western Railway line.

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17.4 km

Black Covert Woodland and Afon Ystwyth

Black Covert woodland is an absurdly pretty place alongside the Afon Ystwyth. Near the site of a Roman fort and the Coed Allt-fedw earthworks, there’s much history seeping out of …

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38.5 km

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Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

20.3 km

12.6 km

2.20 km

1.51 km

1.09 km

836 m

Surfaces

18.9 km

17.0 km

1.70 km

882 m

Elevation

Weather

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Saturday 4 October

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Black Covert loop via the Ystwyth Trail

Aberystwyth Beachfront

Aberystwyth Castle Ruins

Ystwyth Trail

Black Covert Woodland and Afon Ystwyth

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