Ultimately it is hoped that a cycle bridge can be built parallel to the rail bridge at Dyfi Junction station which 
will avoid the need for walkers on the Wales Coast Path to go all the way inland to Machynlleth.
The Wales Coast Path
A key objective of the Welsh Assembly Government is the establishment of an all Wales Coast Path by May 2012.
Dyfi Valley
Delivering the Wales Coast Path on the southern side of the Dyfi Valley was a challenge. No clear existing options were available and a number of factors such as wetlands, railway lines and conservation issues had to be considered. It was evident that new public footpath creations would be required if a high quality route were to be achieved. An extensive survey of options and a public consultation were undertaken. After much debate and consideration a clear preferred line emerged and the process of path development is now almost completed.
Borth to Taliesin
Distance 7.4 km (4.6 miles), grade - easy
A new section of the Wales Coast Path has now been created which, combined with improvements to an existing footpath, have provided a route that runs along the southern edge of the National Nature Reserve - Cors Fochno. At about the halfway point a short boardwalk extends to a viewing platform that affords good views across the wetland (top-right). For the short (0.8 km / 0.5 miles) section between Taliesin and Tre'r-ddol the route then follows the road.
Tre'r-ddol to Artists Valley (Furnace)
Distance 4.8 km (3.0 miles), grade - moderate / easy
This section of the Wales Coast Path will run through forestry and farmland on a new footpath creation that overlooks the river valley (left).
Artists Valley to Machynlleth
Distance 11.4 km (7.1 miles), grade - moderate
With the absence of any riverside options through Powys it was decided to use the most scenic route for the Wales Coast Path. The path runs along the Llyfnant Valley. A short link will be provided between Dyfi Junction railway station and the Wales Coast Path near Furnace enabling walkers to avoid this inland section should they choose. The station makes a great start or end point for a long distance walk.