This June, we’ll be reversing all routes, turning descents into testing climbs and giving recent Dragon Slayer’s a whole new challenge to conquer. The iconic Dragon Ride panoramas — sweeping valleys and wide-open landscapes —will remain just as breathtaking, only now experienced from a completely different perspective.
Each route will begin and end at our event village in the beautiful Margam Park near Port Talbot and head into, in our opinion, the best riding in the UK. Please note the routes displayed below are from the 2025 event. All routes are subject to change. We’re currently refining the reversed routes for 2026, and will be sharing full details soon, including profiles and maps, to help you prepare.
Alongside reversing the route in 2026, we’re bringing back the legendary King and Queen of the Mountain challenge, with Devil’s Elbow returning as a timed climb. Stretching 1.8km at a savage average gradient of 10.3%, the Devil’s Elbow is a true test of climbing power.
You’ll also experience the same spectacular views the pro peloton will face during the 2027 Tour de France Grand Départ, cresting Rhigos Mountain in the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons) along the route of Stage 3 from Welshpool > Cardiff.
