Devil's Bridge Falls

The phrase "Devil's Bridge" refers to a number of historic bridges found largely in Europe. The majority of these bridges are stone or masonry arch bridges, which are noteworthy technological achievements in an ancient buildings. They were an object of intrigue and legends throughout antiquity and medieval Europe due to their distinctive design.

Devil's Bridge Falls is a stunning waterfall attraction and nature trails in the heart of the Mid Wales Cambrian Mountains, located near Pontarfynach in Ceredigion, mid-Wales, 12 miles from Aberystwyth. It is a must-see natural feature in Wales and a well-known tourist destination in the heart of the Cambrian highlands, with a perilous-looking stone bridge vista of a cascade that plunges into a deep, wooded gorge.

Devil's Bridge Falls have drawn tourists since the 18th century, including William Wordsworth, who described the "Torrent at the Devil's Bridge" in his poem. Today, you may see the falls from two separate paths. A natural route with waterfalls and three bridges is available. This is a challenging 45-minute hike with 675 steep uneven natural stone steps.

Families with younger children would be best served to do the Punchbowl trail. This includes the three bridges and has recently been expanded with a new seating area with views of the three bridges. With 220 slate steps, this is a moderate hike. The steps descend to a vantage point from which you can observe the ocean pounding on the worn-out rock. This is also where you can get a nice view of the three bridges, which are built one on top of the other.

Location: Woodlands, Pontarfynach, Aberystwyth, Wale