Four Castles Cycle Route
Monmouthshire, United Kingdom
Loop trail in Monmouthshire, United Kingdom. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 32.1 mi (51.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,828 ft (862 m)
- Est. Time
- 3 hr 55 min
- High point
- 823 ft (251 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Loop
Features
Along the way
- Shelter 4.2 mi (6.8 km) from start
- Historic site: Hen Gwrt Moated Site 6.8 mi (10.9 km) from start
- Shelter 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from start
- Shelter 15 mi (24.1 km) from start
- Historic site: Castell Ynysgynwraidd 15 mi (24.1 km) from start
- Campsite 19.6 mi (31.6 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Four Castles Cycle Route
How long is Four Castles Cycle Route?
Four Castles Cycle Route is 32.1 mi (51.7 km) long. Most people take about 3 hr 55 min. It climbs 2,828 ft (862 m) in total, up to a high point of 823 ft (251 m).
How hard is Four Castles Cycle Route?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Four Castles Cycle Route?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Brewery Yard Car Park. 17 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Four Castles Cycle Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 20.1 mi (32.4 km).
Is Four Castles Cycle Route shaded?
Mostly exposed (25% under trees).
What can you do on Four Castles Cycle Route?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Four Castles Cycle Route?
Kong's, 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Morrisons Daily, 0.1 mi (0.2 km).
Is this a good week for Four Castles Cycle Route?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap