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Swansea Canal Towpath loop from Pontardawe

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Swansea Canal Towpath loop from Pontardawe

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Swansea Canal Towpath loop from Pontardawe

01:26

5.61km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: February 5, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.70 km

Swansea Canal Towpath

Highlight • Trail

The towpath that runs along the Swansea Canal is a gorgeous leafy stretch that makes for great access to the city from the north avoiding the roads and traffic.

You …

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2.81 km

Low Bridge on Swansea Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Here's a very low bridge along the canal, especially when on a bike.

Situated along the Swansea Canal towpath (National Cycle Route 43), just before Coed Gwilym park, you might …

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5.61 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.10 km

300 m

209 m

Surfaces

3.36 km

1.40 km

542 m

209 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 7 May

17°C

8°C

28 %

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Swansea Canal Towpath loop from Pontardawe

Swansea Canal Towpath

Low Bridge on Swansea Canal Towpath

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