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From Briton Ferry to Rheola Forest loop

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From Briton Ferry to Rheola Forest loop

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From Briton Ferry to Rheola Forest loop

05:23

64.2km

960m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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18.6 km

View of Glyncorrwg

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Brilliant views of the village.

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20.7 km

Awylyn Skyline Double Track

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A more picturesque route than heading straight up or down the main fire road to Glyncorwg, and an easier pedal upwards too...the gravel is (mostly) super smooth

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29.4 km

Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint

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From Rhigos Pass Summit at 1,597 feet (487 metres) you can see the two highest peaks in the Brecon Beacons, 'Pen y Fan' and 'Corn Du' and the Mumbles in Swansea. Take a break!

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51.4 km

Neath Canal Path

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A fantastic cycle path which is a smooth as a billiard table for much of its length. Truly beautiful scenery... I bet it's jaw-dropping in the autumn!

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64.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

17.6 km

14.8 km

11.8 km

9.30 km

8.33 km

2.35 km

Surfaces

30.8 km

22.6 km

8.56 km

2.23 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (590 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Thursday 9 July

32°C

15°C

11 %

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Max wind speed: 4.0 km/h

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From Briton Ferry to Rheola Forest loop

View of Glyncorrwg

Awylyn Skyline Double Track

Rhigos Mountain Viewpoint

Neath Canal Path

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