Where does the Taff Trail start in Brecon?
The trail begins outside Brecon Theatre, near the canal basin. Whether you’re starting from here or have made the journey up from one of the locations listed on My Taff Trail you will have an experience like no other. You will follow Brecon canal for most of the journey through the town, passing under the A40.
How hard is the Taff Trail?
I would say the taff trail (Cardiff to Brecon which is the uphill way) is easily achievable in a day for someone of average fitness. Keen cyclists can do it in under 4 hours.
Where is the Taff Trail?
The Taff Trail (Welsh: Taith Taf) is a popular walking and cycle path that runs for 55 miles (89 km) between Cardiff Bay and Brecon in Wales. It is so named because it follows the course of the River Taff.
Can you walk the Taff Trail?
The trail is suitable for walking and cycling with links to local shops and cafes along the way.
How many miles is the Taff Trail?
55 miles
The Taff Trail runs for 55 miles between Cardiff and Brecon along a mixture of riverside paths, railway paths and forest roads.
Can you do the Taff Trail on a road bike?
In our humble opinion you can indeed follow the Taff Trail to Merthyr on a road bike, however you will reach a point where some improvisation is necessary. Most of the trail from Cardiff to Merthyr is reasonably smooth and absolutely fine for a road or cross bike with 28mm tires or bigger.
Where does the Taff Trail End in Brecon?
Brecon Beacons National Park
Distance: 88km / 55 miles The Taff Trail leads from Cardiff to Merthyr Tydfil, Talybont Reservoir and Brecon. It’s a mainly traffic-free route that takes in the sights of Wales’ vibrant capital before heading to the cradle of the Industrial Revolution and ending in the beautiful Brecon Beacons National Park.
How long is Taff Trail from Brecon to Cardiff?
The Taff Trail runs for 55 miles between Cardiff and Brecon along a mixture of riverside paths, railway paths and forest roads. Due to the range of path surface types, a sturdier cycle is recommended for some sections of this route.
Is the Taff Trail well signposted?
The Taff Trail route The trail is well signposted for most of distance, but occasionally mischievous locals get their kicks by tampering with them, with hopes to send trail users in the wrong direction.