South East Wales Cycle Map

We are improving the National Cycle Network to make it more accessible for everyone. As part of our Paths for Everyone vision, some sections of the Network have been removed or reclassified. There may be sections within these maps that are no longer part of the Network. These sections are likely to be on busier roads and will suit more experienced cyclists.

South East Wales Cycle Map

This area map shows the National Cycle Network and local routes in this area. It covers the South East of Wales, including Cardiff, Newport, The Valleys, and Brecon.

The South Wales Valleys were at the heart of the Industrial Revolution, and now many of the railways, tram roads and towpaths that carried raw materials have been transformed into beautiful walking and cycling routes. If you want action-packed cycling adventures combined with panoramic views, wildlife rich country parks and fascinating heritage sites, then the South East of Wales is the place to explore.

This pocket-sized colour map shows clearly mapped on-road and traffic-free paths, easy to read contours, and detailed inset maps for the major towns and cities as well as recommended linking routes connecting the NCN with quiet roads.

Please see our interactive map key for UK coverage of our pocket cycle map series.

Major cycle routes covered by this map:

• National Route 4 (Celtic Trail cycle route) between Chepstow and Port Talbot via Newport, Caerphilly, Pontypridd and Tondu.
• National Route 8 (Lon Las Cymru cycle route and the Taff Trail) between Cardiff and Talgarth via Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil, and Brecon.
• National Route 42 between Chepstow and Gospel Pass via Usk and Abergavenny.
• National Route 43 between Pontardawe and Coelbren
• National Route 46 between Castell-nedd Neath and Brosmont via Hirwaun, Merthyr Tydfil, Brynmawr and Abergavenny.
• National Route 47 between Briton Ferry and Newport via Pontypridd and Hengoed.
• National Route 49 between Newport and Abergavenny via Cwmbran on the Brecon and Monmouthshire Canal.
• National Route 423 between Cwmbran and Monmouth via Usk.
• National Route 88 between Newport, Cardiff, Bridgend
• National Route 887 between Port Talbot and Glyncorrwg (Afan Valley).
• National Route 881 between Pontypridd and Maerdy (Rhondda Fach).
• Various National Cycle Routes part of the Valley Cycle Network - 465, 466, 467, 468, 469, 475, 476, 477, 492

Publisher: Sustrans

Published: September 2016

Scale: 1:110,000

Size: 10 x 15 cm folded, 60 x 80 cm unfolded