Advanced Routes
With our advanced level of cycling routes, we have expanded upon our intermediate level rides into full-day cycle tours. These routes are designed for experienced cyclists capable of extensive mileage combined with more elevation gain and will generally have you out on your bike for the entire day. Distances range from 35 to over 100 miles.
Touring Series
Blaenavon Ramble
Location(s): Pontypool, Llanhilleth, Brynmawr, and Blaenavon
Distance: 35.8 miles (round-trip)
Travel Time: 5 - 7 hours
This route heads up the Ebbw Fach Valley, over Mynydd y Garn-fawr and returns along the M&B Canal. ► View route details
Touring Series
Raglan Ramble
Location(s): Newport, Caerleon, Great Oak, and Raglan
Distance: 43.9 miles (round-trip)
Travel Time: 6 - 8 hours
This ride follows the M&B Canal before turning east along quiet roads through the Vale of Usk.
► View route details
COMING SOON!
Touring Series
Vale of Usk Classic
Location(s): Newport, Usk, Raglan, Bettws Newydd
Distance: 43.1 miles (round-trip)
Travel Time:  6 - 7 hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
December 2023.
COMING 2024!
Touring Series
Monmouth & Chepstow Classic
Location(s): Newport, Monmouth, Tintern, Chepstow, Caldicot
Distance: ±100 miles
Travel Time:  10-12 hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
February 2024.
COMING 2024!
Touring Series
Sugarloaf Classic
Location(s): Abergavenny, Crickhowell
Distance: ±50 miles
Travel Time:  4 - 6 hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
April 2024.
COMING 2024!
Touring Series
Taff Trail Classic
Location(s): Brecon, Merthyr Tydful, Abercynon, Pontypridd, Taffs Well
Distance: ±50 miles
Travel Time:  6 - 8 hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
June 2024.
PLANNED
Touring Series
Barry Island Bimble
Location(s): Cardiff, Penarth,
Distance: ±50 miles
Travel Time:  ?? hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
2024.
PLANNED
Touring Series
Bannau Brechieniog Classic
Location(s): Merthyr Tydfil, Pendarran, Brecon
Distance: ±50 miles
Travel Time:  ?? hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
2024.
PLANNED
Touring Series
Wentwood Classic
Location(s): Newport, Shirenewton, Wentowood Forest, Usk
Distance: ±50 miles
Travel Time:  ?? hours
Currently in production. Expected publish date:
2024.
The National Cycle Network
At the core of most all of the routes described in this section is the National Cycle Network. This extensive UK-wide network consists of nearly 12,000 miles of signposted paths and routes for walking, cycling, and exploring. The shear number of routes is remarkable for such a small area and a testament to the efforts of it's charitable caretaker; Sustrans.
NCN Routes primarily focuses on traffic-free or low-traffic paths designed for families with children or beginner cyclists. Generally these routes follow repurposed rail lines, tow paths, and/or quiet lanes in order to limit contact with traffic; however, some routes may involve sections on roadways which may only be suitable for experienced cyclists.
Note to Readers: Examine the provided online maps closely to understand conditions prior to your ride. Each route listed includes a colour-coded map indicating specific terrain along with the distance(s). When considering difficulty; remember elevations +/- gains are equally important to distances. Printing the included .pdf maps and/or downloading the GPS file is highly recommeded.
Disclaimer of Liability. Bike Wales™ and everyone associated with this website/blog accept no responsibility for the conditions of the routes discussed. These are simply "suggested" routes of the National Cycle Network that the reader may choose to follow. Any action(s) taken from reading the content herein, is solely the responsibility of those involved.
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