National Cycle Network Route 5
- 104 km
- 618 m
- Hard
- Paved
Elevation profile
- 618 m
- 104 km
Route overview
This route suits cyclists prepared for a long ride with moderate climbing over 104 km.
National Cycle Network Route 5 on Isle of Anglesey, 104 km with 618 m climbing from Llansadwrn to Hen Bentref Llandegfan.
This 104 km point-to-point route starts at Llansadwrn and passes through many places including Llandegfan, Menai Bridge, Penrhosgarnedd, Bangor, Conwy, Rhyl, and Flint, finishing at Hen Bentref Llandegfan. The total elevation gain is 618 m with climbs around km 5.1, km 26.6, km 77, and km 86.7, the steepest climb reaching a max gradient of 8.2% over 1.7 km at 196 m elevation. The highest point on the route is 254 m near km 93.6, while the lowest is 2 m around km 38.6. The road surface is predominantly paved (95%), with 2% gravel or unpaved. The route consists mostly of minor roads (38%), cycle paths (36%), quiet streets (12%), and some parts on cycle lanes and main or major roads. There are 4 km on main roads without cycle lanes and 4.2 km on fast roads with speed limits of 80 km/h or more. Cafés and shops are available at many points, including a 7 km stretch without facilities between km 15.4 and 22.4. Key food stops include Plus 39 café at km 5.2, Beach Café at km 30.4, and several along the coast. Bailout points with railway stations exist at Bangor (km 9.7), Penmaenmawr (km 30.1), and others. Toilets, bike shops, and petrol stations are also located throughout the route.
Highlights
- Climb near km 5 with 78 m gain
- Bangor Mountain at 117 m near km 13.7
- Longest climb 4.9 km from km 77
- Views near Bowling Green at km 5.4
Along the route
Places passed
Climbs
| Climb | Starts at | Length | Gain | Average | Max | Top |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | 5.1 km | 2.2 km | 78 m | 3.5 % | 6.5 % | 89 m |
| — | 26.6 km | 1.5 km | 43 m | 2.8 % | 4 % | 57 m |
| — | 77 km | 4.9 km | 171 m | 3.5 % | 6.3 % | 177 m |
| — | 86.7 km | 1.7 km | 72 m | 4.1 % | 8.2 % | 196 m |
What this ride is like
- Roads
- 38% minor road · 36% cycle path · 12% quiet street · 6% path
- Main roads
- 4 km on main roads without a cycle lane — likely busier
- Fast roads
- 4.2 km on roads with a limit of 80 km/h or more
- Cycle paths
- 39.5 km on cycle paths or roads with a cycle lane
- Surface
- Paved throughout
- Gradient
- 13% climbing · 14% descending · 72% flat
- Steep sections
- 2.4 km over 5% · steepest 500 m averages 7.4% at 90.6 km
- Longest descent
- 2.6 km from 98.8 km, dropping 157 m
Along the way
Food, water and shops
- 5.1 kmRowlands Pharmacy · pharmacy · 40 m off route
- 5.6 kmWaitrose · supermarket · 110 m off route
- 11.8 kmDoast · café · 90 m off route
- 12 kmRepair stand · 100 m off route
- 25.9 kmCo-op Food · supermarket · 90 m off route
- 30.4 kmRepair stand · 110 m off route
- 36.3 kmDrinking water · 210 m off route
- 39.4 kmAsda · supermarket · 40 m off route
- 39.8 kmBoots · pharmacy · on the route
- 49 kmSalty Cow · café · on the route
- 49 kmRepair stand · 40 m off route
- 50.3 kmPrinces Service Station · petrol station · 150 m off route
- 60.3 kmWilliams Leisure Cafe · café · 60 m off route
- 60.5 kmCo Op · supermarket · 150 m off route
- 66 kmThe Bike Hub · bike rental · on the route
- 73.3 kmBeach Hut · café · 30 m off route
- 78 kmGronant Inn · pub · on the route
- 95.3 kmSpring · 230 m off route
Need to bail out?
- 9.7 km — Bangor (station), 360 m off route
- 30.1 km — Penmaenmawr (station), 90 m off route
- 39.6 km — Llandudno Junction (station), 70 m off route
- 50.8 km — Colwyn Bay (station), 120 m off route
- 60.5 km — Abergele and Pensarn (station), 50 m off route
- 67.5 km — Rhyl (station), 590 m off route
- 74.7 km — Prestatyn (station), 780 m off route
- 100.8 km — Flint (station), 490 m off route
Worth a stop
- 5.4 km — Bowling Green (viewpoint)
- 38.4 km — Conwy Castle (castle)
- 53.7 km — Chuz Rock (viewpoint)
- 66 km — Green Buoy (monument)
- 69.1 km — Splash Point (viewpoint)
- 84.7 km — Maen Achwynfan Cross (monument)
At the finish
- Asda · supermarket · 360 m
- Sainsbury's · supermarket · 360 m
- Costa · café · 410 m
- Londis · convenience store · 390 m
- Temptations · café · 500 m
Stay after this ride
- Swan Hotel · hotel · 660 m from the finish
- Travelodge Halkyn · hotel · 3.7 km from the finish
Practical information
- Paved
- Point to point
- 7 h 27 min
- Jun to Sep — daily highs of 16–18 °C in those months
Know before you go
- Longest stretch without cafe, shop or water: 7 km from km 15.4 to 22.4
- 4 km on main roads without cycle lane
- 4.2 km on roads with 80 km/h speed limit
- Sections of gravel or unpaved: 2%