On your bike!
Plan a Cycling Break This Summer
Cycling as a pastime is more popular than ever, with 7.4 million people in the UK cycling regularly in 2023 and a massive 14 million Brits reportedly considering booking a cycling holiday this summer.
Cycling holidays are a great way to discover new parts of the country while getting fit and enjoying the great outdoors.
There are plenty of other activities and attractions to see and do along the way.
Booking a caravan break makes perfect sense for cyclists looking forward to a clean, cosy, and well-maintained base to return to after a day of cycling.
There is nowhere better to enjoy a cycling holiday than North Wales, which boasts some of the country’s most beautiful cycling routes with spectacular views along the way.
Towyn in Conwy is a vibrant seaside town that makes an ideal starting point for loads of fantastic cycle rides. The rides vary in length and difficulty, so there will definitely be a route to suit all ages and abilities.
Going back to your routes…
Much of the 60-mile-long North Wales Coastal Path can be cycled, and any sections that can’t be navigated by bicycle are clearly signposted using the National Cycle Network (NCN) logo, so this is the ideal place to start looking at scenic bike rides in the area.
The Conwy section of National Cycle Route 5 is particularly appealing to cyclists because it takes in the breathtakingly beautiful North Wales coastline and passes through popular towns such as Rhyl, Kinmel Bay, Abergele, Colwyn Bay, and Rhos-on-Sea. Llandudno, Conwy, Penmaenmawr and Llanfairfechan.
Why not plan a bike ride along this route, stopping off at any or all of the vibrant towns and villages along the way?
Start simple…
Plan Your Cycling Trip To North Wales
A lovely, easy bike ride that starts gently through the picturesque Aeron Valley between Aberaeron and the enchanting National Trust estate at Llanerchaeron. This is the perfect place to stop off before the ride back, and at two miles, it is a wonderful entry-level cycle ride.
A couple of slightly longer bike rides (4 and 5.5 miles, respectively) are Lon Las Menai between Felinheli and Caernarfon, with some spectacular views towards Anglesey and the Cardi Bach traffic-free cycle route, which starts at Cardigan Bridge and winds its way through the nearby nature reserve and ends at Cilgerran Castle.
Coasting along…
Aberaeron
Explore Aberaeron’s scenic cycling routes and take in historic scenery or the beautiful rolling country views. There is a traffic-free path to the famous Llanerchaeron & the Two Ports of Call route.
Llanerchaeron
Take in the historic scenery of this elegant Georgian villa, created and designed by architect John Nash in 1790—unaltered for over 200 years. It is complete with a walled garden, farmyard lake, and wild parkland!
Cilgerran Castle
Explore the breathtaking Cilgerran Castle! It is a striking 13th-century fortress that overlooks the Teifi Gorge. The fortress has a rich history and spectacular views of the surrounding landscape.
If you’re suitably warmed up and looking for a slightly more challenging road trip, why not try the Mawddach Trail? Measuring nine miles in length, the route goes from
Dolgellau and Barmouth are towns both worth visiting in their own right and along the route, you can take in some stunning scenery.
At 11 miles, Lon Las Cefni on Anglesey is a stunning and not-too-challenging bike ride that rewards cyclists with simply sublime scenery. It runs from the Cefni reservoir in the centre of the island, intersecting with the North Wales Coastal Path at Newborough Forest and ending at Maltraeth.
Accommodation for Your Trip Cycling in North Wales
Conwy
Use a caravan as your base to explore the fortress & 13th-century buildings. Explore the charming harbour & innovative Telford suspension bridge!
North Wales
Stay in comfortable caravans in North Wales – ideal for accessing scenic cycling routes like the path to Llanerchaeron and coastal trails around Aberaeron.
Towyn
A caravan holiday to Towyn in North Wales promises everything from beautiful beaches & all the fun of the fair to spectacular scenery & a Welsh welcome!
The Lon Eifon cycle trail travels from Caernarfon to Bryncir and boasts amazing views of the Llyn Peninsula, Anglesey, and Snowdonia along its 12-mile route, which also measures 12 miles in length.
Another incredibly scenic cycle ride runs from Llandudno to Llanfairfechan.
It showcases mesmerising sea views as well as inland scenery towards the Clywdian Hills, the Vale of Clwyd, and the northern slopes of the spectacular Snowdonia National Park.
Remember: Be safe…
No matter how experienced a cyclist you are, you should always be safe when out cycling:
- Always wear a helmet
- Check your bike before any cycle rides
- Use hand signals to indicate where you are going.
- Make sure you plan your route before getting on the bike
- Wear appropriate clothing suitable for cycling, making you as visible as possible.
Happy cycling, folks!