Best walks to or from Cynghordy
Carmarthenshire · Wales | Walks by train
MapBeautiful walks starting or ending at Cynghordy Station.
Cynghordy Station to Llandovery Station
Old drovers' routes past Rhandirberthog and Cefnrickett farms, crossing the Tywi at the elegant 1773 Dolauhirion Bridge, with views to the Brecon Beacons and Carmarthen Fans, into the market town of Llandovery.
11km.
Hill section with limited facilities en route.
Documented by Heart of Wales Line Travellers (PDF).
Llanwrtyd Station to Cynghordy Station
Long section into Carmarthenshire through Crychan Forest, crossing the railway, the Afon Brân and several streams, with fine views of the great arches of Cynghordy Viaduct on the descent.
18km.
Long, remote forest and hill section with few facilities; come prepared.
Highlights: Cynghordy Viaduct (Imposing 18-arch curved railway viaduct near Cynghordy, one of the most striking structures on the line).