Llantrisant is a historic hilltop town in South Wales, characterized by a diverse landscape that includes rolling hills, ancient woodlands, and river valleys. Its elevated position provides panoramic views of the surrounding areas, making it a notable destination for outdoor pursuits. The region offers varied terrain suitable for several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, hiking, jogging, and more. This blend of natural features and historical context creates an engaging environment for outdoor enthusiasts.
Llantrisant…
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5.0
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194
riders
53.4km
02:19
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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54
riders
72.5km
03:08
510m
510m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

31
riders
48.4km
02:24
670m
670m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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54
riders
57.8km
02:37
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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76
runners
12.5km
01:18
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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69
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8.29km
00:54
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.35km
00:53
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.3km
01:11
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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63
riders
51.3km
03:04
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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65
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45.2km
02:45
360m
360m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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50
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33.8km
02:05
250m
250m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46
riders
31.4km
01:55
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
hikers
6.58km
01:54
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.49km
02:50
300m
300m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.90km
01:43
170m
170m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19
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3.90km
01:09
110m
120m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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13
riders
64.7km
04:43
1,110m
1,110m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

8
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105km
07:39
1,820m
1,820m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8
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35.3km
02:29
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
32.1km
02:11
500m
500m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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9
riders
14.7km
01:20
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
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31.8km
02:15
440m
440m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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24.5km
01:47
470m
470m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

2
riders
13.9km
01:05
320m
320m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Llantrisant provides opportunities for various outdoor activities, including Touring cycling, Road cycling, Hiking, Jogging, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features diverse terrain, from woodlands to ridgeways, suitable for different preferences.
Llantrisant's outdoor routes are highly regarded on komoot, with more than 22,000 visitors having shared their experiences. The 45 available routes have an average rating of 4.44 out of 5 stars.
Yes, Llantrisant offers touring cycling routes that explore the local landscape. Information on these routes can be found in the Cycling around Llantrisant guide, which details options through hills, woodlands, and river paths.
Road cycling routes in Llantrisant are available, often utilizing the region's varied terrain. Specific routes and details are compiled in the Road Cycling Routes around Llantrisant guide.
Llantrisant offers a range of hiking trails, from peaceful woodland walks to more challenging ascents. The Hiking around Llantrisant guide provides comprehensive information, including options for all ages and skill levels.
Mountain biking trails are present in Llantrisant, particularly within Llantrisant Forest. The MTB Trails around Llantrisant guide offers details on these routes, which include varied surfaces and challenges.
Gravel biking is an option in Llantrisant, utilizing routes that combine paved and unpaved surfaces. The Gravel biking around Llantrisant guide provides specific information for this activity.
Llantrisant is known for its elevated terrain, offering panoramic views from its 571-foot (174-meter) altitude. Key features include Llantrisant Forest, Llantrisant Common, and prominent hills like Garth Summit and Craig yr Allt. The Cariad Stones (Caer Rocks) are also a notable outcrop within the forest.
Llantrisant provides routes suitable for various skill levels, including easy options. The Easy hikes around Llantrisant guide specifically highlights less strenuous trails, many of which are suitable for families.
Komoot offers several guides for Llantrisant, covering various sports. These include Cycling around Llantrisant, Road Cycling Routes around Llantrisant, Hiking around Llantrisant, Easy hikes around Llantrisant, Running Trails around Llantrisant, Gravel biking around Llantrisant, and MTB Trails around Llantrisant.
The official website providing general information about Llantrisant is www.llantrisant.net. The Llantrisant Community Council also maintains a website at www.llantrisant-cc.gov.wales.

