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Hengoed Viaduct – Caerphilly Castle Loop from Hengoed

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Hengoed Viaduct – Caerphilly Castle Loop from Hengoed

Kevin Thomas and Jeff planned a road ride

August 26, 2020

Hengoed Viaduct – Caerphilly Castle Loop from Hengoed

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01:41

35.5km

21.2km/h

260m

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Overview

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

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Start point

Train Station

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677 m

Wheel o Drams Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

The Wheel o Drams is a sculpture constructed of connected coal mining drams, designed to represent the industrial history of the region. Known locally as ‘the Stargate', it serves as …

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872 m

Hengoed Viaduct

Highlight • Monument

The coal mining industry transformed the landscape of South Wales and one of the ways it did that was bringing about the construction of railways and, to span valleys, their …

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10.2 km

Caerphilly Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Caerphilly Castle is one of the largest castles still standing in the country and it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re passing. Check ahead to see opening times.

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31.9 km

Penallta Park Bike Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The bike path through Penallta Park is a great alternative to the busy road. It’s also pretty peaceful as you come past the lakes.

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35.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.0 km

11.1 km

7.91 km

1.19 km

202 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

25.5 km

9.73 km

159 m

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Highest point (170 m)

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Hengoed Viaduct – Caerphilly Castle Loop from Hengoed

Wheel o Drams Sculpture

Hengoed Viaduct

Caerphilly Castle

Penallta Park Bike Path

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