Wye Valley: Chepstow to Monmouth

Follow the A466 north from Chepstow through Tintern and the wooded Wye corridor towards Monmouth. River-valley bends and steep wooded slopes provide the character between the town approaches.

Chepstow to Monmouth · Monmouthshire, Wales · 17 miles · 33 minutes estimated driving · Point-to-point

A466 at the quarry entrance

Photo: @ Jonathan Billinger / Geograph

Highlights along the way

Tintern and the Wye corridor

The A466 winds through the wooded river valley at Tintern. Abbey and riverside visits require separate visitor access.

Before you set off

Check current road works and flood-related restrictions. Abbey visits and riverside walks require separate signed access and parking. Check current closures and conditions before travel. Estimated time excludes stops and live traffic. Points are through-road references, not parking. Optional town visits may require a separate detour.

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