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View of Tan Y Bwlch Beach – Aberystwyth Castle Ruins loop from Morfa Bychan

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View of Tan Y Bwlch Beach – Aberystwyth Castle Ruins loop from Morfa Bychan

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View of Tan Y Bwlch Beach – Aberystwyth Castle Ruins loop from Morfa Bychan

03:39

12.7km

290m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 31, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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2.88 km

View of Tan Y Bwlch Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

From this vantage point you are treated to breathtaking views of the picturesque Tan Y Bwlch Beach which boasts golden sands and clear blue waters. The beach is beautifully framed …

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2

5.93 km

Aberystwyth Clock Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Im Jahr 2000 wurde das durch Spendengeldern erbauten Denkmal vom Bürgermeister eingeweiht.

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3

6.22 km

Old College, Aberystwyth University

Highlight • Other

Currently undergoing some major restoration by the looks of it.

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4

6.36 km

St. Michael's Church, Aberystwyth

Highlight • Religious Site

Church in Aberystwyth near the Castle.

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5

6.46 km

Aberystwyth Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Aberystwyth’s castle may lie in ruins but they’re incredibly impressive ruins. Built in the 13th century, this castle only survived for around 400 years before it was partially demolished by …

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6

6.56 km

Aberystwyth War Memorial

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great location for a memorial. Amazing views back at the castle and over the sea. Must be a great place to come on remembrance day.

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7

6.89 km

Colorful Houses on Quay Road, Aberystwyth

Highlight • Viewpoint

Brightly colored houses line Quay Road

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B

12.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.02 km

3.79 km

1.34 km

292 m

267 m

Surfaces

6.80 km

2.29 km

2.17 km

1.45 km

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Comments

April 7, 2023,Welsh coast path to Aberystwyth and back.

Luckily the staff let us park for free in the campsite carpark🙂

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