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The Clwyds loop from Ruthin — Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

The Clwyds loop from Ruthin — Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

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5.0

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The Clwyds loop from Ruthin — Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

02:46

29.4km

730m

Gravel riding

Embark on The Clwyds loop from Ruthin for a challenging gravel biking adventure through the Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape. This difficult route spans 18.2 miles (29.4 km) with a significant elevation gain of 2382 feet (726 metres), typically taking around 2 hours and 45 minutes to complete.…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

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Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

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Start point

Parking

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4.70 km

View from Bwlch Penbarras

Highlight • Climb

Fantastic views at the top and a lot of fun with a slightly technical descent on fully loaded touring bikes!

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10.7 km

Logger's Track in Clwydian Range

Highlight • Trail

Great area some gravel about take your time because the views are amazing

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18.5 km

Gravel Double Track from the Col by Moel Dywyll

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Gently descending gravelly double track with a remote feeling and views to the East of the Clwydian Range.

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29.2 km

Ruthin Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Set in the North Wales county of Denbighshire, Ruthin is a gorgeous town with a rich cultural history. The centre of the old town, including St Peter's Square, is set …

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29.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.4 km

11.8 km

2.48 km

1.52 km

1.12 km

Surfaces

9.95 km

8.03 km

5.57 km

5.22 km

591 m

Elevation

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Highest point (410 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

Weather

Wednesday 2 September

20°C

14°C

45 %

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Max wind speed: 27.0 km/h

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The Clwyds loop from Ruthin — Clwydian Range and Dee Valley National Landscape

View from Bwlch Penbarras

Logger's Track in Clwydian Range

Gravel Double Track from the Col by Moel Dywyll

Ruthin Town Centre

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