GPS Cycle and Walking Routes

Rhossili to Mumbles Coastal Walk

21 miles (33 km)

This long walk follows the Gower coast from Rhossili to the Mumbles, near Swansea.
It runs for just over 20 miles, passing wonderful cliff tops and a series of beautiful bays and beaches. On the way you'll pass Port Eynon, Oxwich Bay, Pennard Castle and Caswell Bay with fabulous sea views throughout.
Route highlights include the Oxwich National Nature Reserve where there are lovely sand dunes and excellent wildlife watching opportunities. Nearby the photogenic ruins of the historic Pennard Castle are another noteworthy feature on the route.

Rhossili to Mumbles Coastal Walk OS Map - Mobile GPS OS Map with Location tracking

Rhossili to Mumbles Coastal Walk Open Street Map - Mobile GPS Map with Location tracking

Further Information and Other Local Ideas

At the Rhossili end of the walk you can continue your walking along the splendid Worm's Head.
For more walking ideas in the area see the Gower Walks page.

Photos

Rhossili Bay - geograph.org.uk - 39768

Rhossili Bay

Port Eynon Bay - geograph.org.uk - 868046

Port Eynon Bay. Looking from The Cove across to Port Eynon point.

Oxwich Bay - geograph.org.uk - 1142023

Oxwich Bay

Pennard Castle - geograph.org.uk - 870023

The ruins of Pennard Castle sit precariously at the top of a very sandy cliff.

Caswell Bay - geograph.org.uk - 461206

Caswell Bay

Swansea Bay from The Mumbles - geograph.org.uk - 1053935

The Mumbles Looking east to the industry and new apartment blocks of East Swansea.

GPS Files

GPX File

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Memory Map Route

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