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Mid Wales Cycle Routes
Download the free leaflet with six cycle routes through the exciting scenery around Bala, southern Snowdonia, the home of the annual Wild Wales Challenge cycling event. www.GoBala.org
Bala & Penllyn, Gwynedd, LL23 7AD
A linear, mainly level trail on tarmac. Suitable for wheelchairs, mobility scooters, pushchairs etc. Excellent views of the lake and hills around Bala Lake (Llyn Tegid). Access to the lake shore at several places (via steps).
Cycle Route: Around Bala Lake
- Duration: 1.5hrs
Bala & Penllyn, Gwynedd, LL23 7AD
With the development of Trans Wales cycle routes, Barmouth has become an ideal centre for a cycling based holiday. The dramatic beauty of North & Mid Wales offers a vast array of cycling opportunities for all types of cyclists.
Abermaw | Barmouth, Southern Snowdonia, LL42 1LS
A moderate cycle ride on peaceful, rural lanes with two steep hills to reach both Montgomery and Dolforwyn Castles. 17.5Miles (28.2km) 2-2.5hrs - Elevation Total Ascent: 488m
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN
A lovely cycle ride requiring 2 miles on main road at the beginning, after which you will be on beautiful, country lanes. 19.3 Miles ( 31KM) 2-2.5hours - Elevation Ascent: 427m
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN
Circular cycle route starting from in front of the Montgomery Town Hall providing an exceptional view of the town and with the option of extending the route to include the Dolydd Hafren Nature Reserve.
- Miles: 4
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN
Following quiet, country roads, this is a relatively easy cycle ride once you’ve climbed the short, sharp hill out of Montgomery. 11.5Miles (18.5km) 1.5hours Elevation Total Ascent: 335m
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN
There are five cycle rides based on Montgomery that will provide you with beautiful views of the dramatic countryside of the Mid Wales Marches. Cycle Parking is available in Broad Street in the town centre.
Cycle Route: Montgomery - Abermule - Montgomery
- Miles: 11
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN
A picturesque cycle ride which follows part of Route 81 on country lanes between Leighton and Berriew. 23.7 Miles (38.1km) 3 hours - Elevation Total Ascent: 549M
Trefaldwyn | Montgomery, Powys, SY15 6HN
Award winning cycling holidays in Wales. Excellent accommodation, luggage transported, detailed route guides and a full back up service. This area of Wales offers some of the best cycling holidays in Europe,
Mid Wales, LD8 2AD
Cyflym Coch strings together some of the best fast flowing sections in Coed y Brenin, with relatively short climbs. With sections like DreamTime and Uncle Fester it's a real blast! OS Grid Reference: SH 725 272
- Access: Difficult
- Duration: 1.5-3hrs
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
A rocky challenging technical trail throughout, offering some sweeping descents like 'Bugsy' and 'Pink Heifer'. OS Grid Reference: SH 725 268
- Access: Severe
- Duration: 1.5-3hrs
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
The MinorTaur a great fun introduction to mountain biking for a wide range of ages and abilities and is unique in that it can be used by riders with a disability using adaptive mountain bikes. OS Grid Reference: SH 725 272
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
The Tarw Du(say Taroo Dee), which is Welsh for Black Bull, is not only the original trail built in Coed y Brenin but it is also the first purpose built mountain bike trail in the UK, & probably the world! OS Grid Reference: SH 725 272
- Access: Severe
- Duration: 1.5-3hrs
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
Y Temtiwr includes 5 sections of single track, from extremely technical rock pitching to fast flowing swooping curves through the trees, and of course, long climbs. OS Grid Reference: SH 725 268
- Access: Difficult
- Duration: 0.5-1hr
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
The Dragon's Back is a classic cross country mountain bike trail which has matured well. Formerley the Karrimor trail it has had some fine additions over the years. OS Grid Reference: SH 725 268
- Duration: 3-5hrs
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
This trail takes in some of the most picturesque parts of the river Mawddach. You will pass the gold mines of Gwynfynydd and ride along the length of the river valley to see the waterfalls. OS Grid Reference: SH 725 268
- Duration: 1-3hrs
- Miles: 7
Coed y Brenin Visitor Centre (NRW), Ganllwyd, Dolgellau, Gwynedd, LL40 2HZ
Exciting off road cycle routes at Radnor Forest including two main trails: the 5-mile (8km), "Easy" grade Rhiw Pool Trail and the 10-mile (16km) "Moderate to Strenuous" Black Mixen Trail.
- Access: Fishpools Car Park, Bleddfa
Radnor Forest (NRW), Nr Presteigne, Powys, UK
