Cycling and mountain biking

It’s definitely two wheels good in Wales. Mountain biking centres offer world-class singletrack trails, freeride hot spots and wild backcountry rides for beginners and pros. The National Cycle Network in Wales provides over 1,200 miles of freewheeling adventure. And any number of traffic-free scenic rides have all you need for a lovely family day out.

Two mountain bikers at Afan Forest Park.

Real mountain biking for families and beginners

Mountain bike expert Tom Hutton talks us through his favourite novice-friendly trails.

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Family riding bikes along the Taff Trail, South Wales.

Low-traffic cycle trails for a family day out

Looking for easy cycle trails for a family bike ride? Here's a list of top places to try out.

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2 people riding on a mountain bike trail at Penmachno

Mountain bike heaven in Wales

Exercise your adventurous side on the top mountain bike trails and tracks across Wales.

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Mountain bike on a trail.

Rachel Atherton on biking in Mid Wales

Champion mountain biker Rachel Atherton on the joys of living and riding in Wales.

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Mid Wales

Two mountain bikers on a trail at Bike Park Wales.

Welcome to mountain biking in Wales

No matter what kind of off-road mountain biking you're looking to do, Wales has it covered.

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Two mountain bikers heading down a trail.

Get off the beaten track

Three friends, five days, mountain biking in Wales, from North to South.

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Image of a mountain biker at Antur Stiniog, Gwynedd

Intermediate mountain bike trails

Hundreds of routes await the intermediate mountain biker in Wales, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

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Image of Velothon Wales competitors cycling passed Caerphilly Castle

Places to visit along The Celtic Trail

Sustrans have picked their favourite attractions to visit along the Celtic Trail cycle route in Wales

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Cyclists on Coast Path at Blackpill at sunrise with Mumbles Head in background

10 long distance bike rides you have to try

Out of 1,200 miles of National Cycle Trails, we've whittled it down to ten for you to try.

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male rider on a mountain bike, airbourne jumping from on a gravel trail, with a forest of trees

Mountain biking at BikePark Wales

BikePark Wales in South Wales has a trail to thrill, whether you're a first timer or a seasoned fan.

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South Wales

Ironman Wales competitors finishing swimming stage, running out of the sea onto North Beach with harbour in background

Swim, bike, run in Ironman Wales

With glorious beaches and a warm atmosphere, Tenby is the home to the annual Ironman Wales race.

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West Wales

Two people on mountain bikes overlooking a lake.

All you need to know about ebiking in Wales

Have an ebike adventure in Wales. Here's the lowdown of what you need to know.

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