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Cardiff Castle – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

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Cardiff Castle – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

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Cardiff Castle – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

00:27

7.36km

20m

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: April 25, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 4.33 km for 63 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.09 km

Cardiff Castle is situated within picturesque parklands at the heart of the Welsh capital. The site has a rich 2,000-year history; from Roman fort, to Norman keep and eventually to stone-built castle. You experience great views from the castle.

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3.03 km

Gorsedd Stone Circle, Bute Park

Highlight • Monument

Although it might look like an ancient monument, it was actually installed in 1978 to celebrate Cardiff hosting the Welsh National Eisteddfod.
The central table stone was moved from the …

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3.15 km

Bute Park

Highlight • Rest Area

A total of 56 hectares of park right in the city by the river and the castle. There are many hiking opportunities.

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4.36 km

Cardiff Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

Cardiff Bridge (known locally as Canton Bridge) spans the River Taff and is a central point of Cardiff, being closely linked to the Millennium Stadium and Cardiff Castle.

A crossing …

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4.61 km

The Animal Wall

Highlight • Monument

The best view of the the Animal Wall is at the southern boundary of the park from Castle Street.

The carving of the animals began in the late 1880s. Architect …

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7.36 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

3.58 km

2.37 km

640 m

422 m

207 m

131 m

Surfaces

6.68 km

341 m

284 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 1 July

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Cardiff Castle – Bute Park loop from Cardiff

National Museum Cardiff

Cardiff Castle

Gorsedd Stone Circle, Bute Park

Bute Park

Cardiff Bridge

The Animal Wall

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