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Aberystwyth War Memorial – Aberystwyth Castle Ruins loop from Llanfarian

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Aberystwyth War Memorial – Aberystwyth Castle Ruins loop from Llanfarian

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Aberystwyth War Memorial – Aberystwyth Castle Ruins loop from Llanfarian

01:08

18.4km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.57 km for 325 m

After 4.98 km for 211 m

After 5.74 km for 62 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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1

436 m

Ystwyth Trail

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The Ystwyth Trail is a 32.1 km / 20 mile cycle route and footpath linking Aberystwyth and Tregaron. Part of the trail follows the track of the old Great Western Railway line.

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2

3.65 km

Aberystwyth Cycle Bridge

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What I want to know is what have the European union ever done for us?
A beautiful bridge across the river on the national cycle network

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3

4.71 km

Aberystwyth War Memorial

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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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4

4.81 km

Aberystwyth Castle Ruins

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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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5

5.28 km

Aberystwyth Beachfront

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The southern end of the beach, by the 'harbour trap' is a good spot to watch surfers when there is a good groundswell, also keep a look out for dolphins and porpoises.

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6

5.77 km

Aberystwyth Promenade and Beach

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Lovely clean beach to take a walk up and down, not to long, one end theres the old castle and pier and the other is Constitution hill.

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18.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.61 km

3.89 km

3.53 km

741 m

548 m

Surfaces

13.0 km

4.55 km

615 m

179 m

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Monday 18 May

15°C

11°C

73 %

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