This ‘journey of discovery’ takes you along miles and miles of the most beautiful and varied scenery in South and West Wales.
The Celtic Trail stretches across the entire breadth of South Wales, from the Irish Sea to the English Border.
It takes in the beautiful Pembrokeshire coast, the stunning rural countryside of Carmarthenshire, and the picturesque South Wales Valleys that powered the industrial revolution.
Following a mixture of traffic-free coastal paths, riverside trails, old railway lines and quiet lanes the Celtic Trail offers the opportunity to experience the diversity of Welsh culture, history and natural beauty, as well as some of Wales’ finest tourist attractions.
The Celtic Trail is made up of two routes - National Route 4 which goes via the coast and National Route 47 which is an inland route.
Together they form two loops between Fishguard and Carmarthen or between Pontypridd and Newport and offer an incredible mixture of family-friendly traffic-free paths and challenging rides to be enjoyed by all ages and fitness abilities.
For a breakdown of how to tackle the Celtic Trail in shorter stages see our Celtic Trail West.
Experience the Celtic Trail in traffic-free bite-size chunks. Here are a few of our favourite traffic-free sections from west to east:
- Brunel Trail: Neyland Marina to Johnson (9 miles)
- The Dramway: Saundersfoot (2.5 miles)
- Swiss Valley: Llanelli (11 miles)
- Millennium Coastal Park: Llanelli (7 miles)
- Gowerton to Swansea Bay Bike Path (5 miles)
- Swansea Bay Bike Path (6 miles)
- Nantgarw to Machen via Caerphilly Castle
- Three Parks Trail: Hengoed – Taff Bargoed (13 miles)
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Please note
We have taken all responsible steps to ensure that these routes are safe and achievable by people with a reasonable level of fitness.
However, all outdoor activities involve a degree of risk. To the extent permitted by law, Sustrans accepts no responsibility for any accidents or injury resulting from following these routes.
Walking and cycling routes change over time. Weather conditions may also affect path surfaces.
Please use your own judgement when using the routes based upon the weather and the ability, experience and confidence levels of those in your group.