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Vale of Glamorgan

Cardiff Bay Barrage – Cardiff Bay Barrage loop from Dingle Road

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Vale of Glamorgan

Cardiff Bay Barrage – Cardiff Bay Barrage loop from Dingle Road

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Cardiff Bay Barrage – Cardiff Bay Barrage loop from Dingle Road

01:12

11.4km

80m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a movable bridge

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After 1.66 km for 36 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

1.55 km

People's Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

This bridge gives great views of the marina, and forms part of the Cardiff Bay loop

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2

4.65 km

Cardiff Bay Barrage

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the few places where you be surrounded by three hues of blue - the sea, the sky, the bay. Wonderful place!

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3

6.00 km

Merchant Seafarers' War Memorial

Highlight • Other

4

6.22 km

Norwegian Church, Cardiff Bay

Highlight • Religious Site

This Norwegian Church harks back to a time of trade between Norway and Wales. Roald Dahl was also baptised here.

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5

6.25 km

Norwegian Church Arts Centre and Nordic Coffee Shop

Highlight • Religious Site

The church was built in recognition of the friendship and trade with Norway. The building stands out with its Nordic architecture.

Roald Dahl was christened here and along the bay, you can also find Dahl's Very Large Alligator

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6

7.88 km

Roath Basin Bridge

Highlight • Rest Area

with Folded artitecture

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7

8.42 km

Cardiff Bay Aqua Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Not had a chance to have a go on this, but looks like should be quite the challenge. Should be an enjoyable afternoon with friends!

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8

8.95 km

Cardiff Bay Barrage

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Separated pedestrian and cycle paths. Must be included on a scenic tour of Cardiff.

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B

11.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.46 km

1.76 km

923 m

774 m

213 m

199 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

5.87 km

4.58 km

708 m

159 m

< 100 m

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