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Wye valley walk – Giants Cave Loop from Chepstow

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Wye valley walk – Giants Cave Loop from Chepstow

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October 27, 2021

Wye valley walk – Giants Cave Loop from Chepstow

Moderate

03:08

11.2km

3.6km/h

220m

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Overview

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

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Start point

Train Station

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1.87 km

View of Chepstow Castle and the River Wye

Highlight • River

The views across the Wye at Chepstow Castle perched on its lofty craggy perch is super good from here. The Wye looks a bit murky but that is to be expected so close to the sea.

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3.75 km

Pond in Wye Valley National Landscape

Highlight • Lake

4.12 km

View of the River Wye and the cave entrance in the Wye Valley National Landscape

Highlight • Cave

In 1975 the Wye Valley Walk opened with a 14 miles (23 km) stretch between St. Arvans and Monmouth. Further stretches were added, leading to it becoming a 34-mile (55 …

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4.31 km

Giant's Cave, Wye Valley

Highlight • Cave

There are a couple of caves in this area. The first (coming from Chepstow) is very shallow and raided above the path.

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10.3 km

Chepstow Castle

Highlight • Viewpoint

Standing proudly on a limestone cliff above the River Wye, Chepstow Castle is a magnificent fortress with a history that stretches back nearly 1,000 years. Founded in 1067 by Earl …

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11.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.39 km

2.43 km

1.79 km

665 m

606 m

362 m

Surfaces

7.57 km

2.64 km

692 m

333 m

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Highest point (140 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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Wye valley walk – Giants Cave Loop from Chepstow

View of Chepstow Castle and the River Wye

Pond in Wye Valley National Landscape

View of the River Wye and the cave entrance in the Wye Valley National Landscape

Giant's Cave, Wye Valley

Chepstow Castle

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