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Canal / Riverside Out & back

Abergwili to Nantgaredig: Tywi Valley Path out and back

Dyfed

Distance
7.6 mi
Est. time
3h 30m
Difficulty
Easy
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About this walk

Start at the public Tywi Valley Path parking area just outside the boundary wall of Carmarthenshire Museum in Abergwili. Follow the former railway corridor east to Nantgaredig, then return along the same path. This is the western section of the council-promoted Tywi Valley Path, with open valley views and stretches close to the River Tywi beneath Merlin's Hill. The route follows the signed walking and cycling corridor, including short access lanes; it does not climb the hill or enter the surrounding farms.

At Nantgaredig, turn around at the Station Road access rather than continuing across the road towards the eastern sections. The former station area and Railway Hotel mark the village end of the walk. Cafes and facilities at Abergwili and Nantgaredig have their own opening hours, so carry water and a snack.

Allow about three and a half hours for the return walk, including a short pause. The mainly level, surfaced path makes a straightforward valley walk, but it is shared with cyclists and includes bridges, access barriers and exposed sections. Keep dogs under control, leave farm gates as found and do not leave the path to access the river. Check on-site notices and conditions after heavy rain. Use the dedicated path parking rather than residential streets; check any parking signs before setting off.

Route and access information: Carmarthenshire County Council, Discover Carmarthenshire and Carmarthenshire Museum.

Walk details

County
Dyfed
Walk type
Out & back
Category
Canal / Riverside
Distance
7.6 mi (12.3 km)
Est. time
3h 30m
Explorer
Yes, off the beaten track

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