Days Out

Weekend rides

Find somewhere to cycle this weekend. Here’s our route-planner’s top picks around Pontypridd:

Castell Coch · 15mi round-trip
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Caerphilly Castle · 15mi round-trip
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Tredegar House · 42mi round-trip
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National Cycle Network

Cycle routes in Pontypridd

The National Cycle Network is a great way to find traffic-free routes and quiet lanes. These routes pass through Pontypridd:

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To Cardiff / Caerdydd, Abercynon, Merthyr Tydfil, Brecon, Talgarth, Builth Wells, Machynlleth, Dolgellau, Barmouth, Porthmadog, Criccieth/Cricieth, Caernarfon, Bangor, Menai Bridge and Holyhead.

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To Newport / Casnewydd, Bargoed, Ystrad Mynach, Abercynon, Port Talbot, Swansea / Abertawe, Gorseinon, Llanelli, Carmarthen (Caerfyrddin) and Fishguard.

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To Chepstow, Newport / Casnewydd, Machen, Caerphilly, Bridgend, Port Talbot, Swansea / Abertawe, Gorseinon, Llanelli, Burry Port, Kidwelly / Cydweli, Carmarthen (Caerfyrddin), Tenby, Pembroke, Haverfordwest, St David'S, Fishguard and Goodwick.

Knowledge

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What are the roads like? Which are the most cycle-friendly cafés? Where’s your favourite place for a Saturday afternoon spin? Share your knowledge with other local cyclists.

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