Loughor railway viaduct

Loughor railway viaduct is a railway bridge spanning the River Loughor in Wales and connecting transport routes between communities. The structure consists of stone piers and carries railway tracks across the water.

The first viaduct was built in 1852 and was for a long time a notable wooden structure. A newer version was built later to handle growing train traffic more effectively.

The structure reflects the industrial past of South Wales and shows how railway projects shaped the region. Visitors can see here how such buildings changed the landscape and connected communities together.

The viaduct is visible and reachable from various viewpoints, particularly from the riverbank and nearby footpaths. Visitors should expect train noise and occasional vibrations when trains pass by.

Parts of the original 1852 wooden structure were preserved and remain visible beside the modern viaduct. This gives visitors a direct comparison between old engineering and modern construction techniques.

Location: Carmarthenshire

Location: Swansea

Elevation above the sea: 0 m

GPS coordinates: 51.66248,-4.08301

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:23