Bicycle Touring

The Best Bicycle Touring Trails in Ireland

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Photo of Dún Aonghasa (Aran Island Prehistoric Fort) Photo of Walking/Cycling Loop around Drumbaun, Miltown Malbay Clare, Ireland Photo of Kilfenora Burren Co.Clare Ireland

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  • Dún Aonghasa (Aran Island Prehistoric Fort)

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    near Kilronan, Connaught (Ireland)
    Distance
    10.17mi
    Elevation +
    1102f
    TrailRank
    57| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDún Aonghasa (Aran Island Prehistoric Fort) Photo ofDún Aonghasa (Aran Island Prehistoric Fort) Photo ofDún Aonghasa (Aran Island Prehistoric Fort)

    The ruins are at a short cycling distance from the Aran Island Pier. Dún Aonghasa has been called (citing wikipedia) "the most magnificent barbaric monument in Europe." Its name, meaning "Fort of Aonghas", refers to t...

    Dramatic views!
    albert valls
  • near Miltown Malbay, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    13.18mi
    Elevation +
    879f
    TrailRank
    52| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWalking/Cycling Loop around Drumbaun, Miltown Malbay Clare, Ireland Photo ofWalking/Cycling Loop around Drumbaun, Miltown Malbay Clare, Ireland Photo ofWalking/Cycling Loop around Drumbaun, Miltown Malbay Clare, Ireland

    A relatively short loop with beautiful views onto West Clare countryside and the Atlantic ocean. A short sidetrack goes to Lough Keagh, a quiet lake on the hill. The whole route except the sidetrack to Keagh Lake is on p...

    Nice
    almaydie
  • Kilfenora Burren Co.Clare Ireland

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    near Kilfenora, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    14.20mi
    Elevation +
    679f
    TrailRank
    51| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofKilfenora Burren Co.Clare Ireland Photo ofKilfenora Burren Co.Clare Ireland Photo ofKilfenora Burren Co.Clare Ireland

    This track is a shorter, more family friendly version of north clare bicycle loop no.4 (originally from Doolin) but starts and ends in Kilfenora. Quiet roads, nice Burren scenery. Highlight is little visited Noughaval Ch...

    Nice
    almaydie
  • near Longwood, Leinster (Ireland)
    Distance
    19.31mi
    Elevation +
    125f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofRoyal Canal Greenway (stage 1): Longwood - Mullingar Photo ofRoyal Canal Greenway (stage 1): Longwood - Mullingar Photo ofRoyal Canal Greenway (stage 1): Longwood - Mullingar

    The enchanting Royal Canal Greenway is 130km of level towpath, ideal for walkers, runners and cyclists of all ages and stages. Starting in cosmopolitan Maynooth, it follows the 200 year old canal through friendly Enfield...

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  • Bezoek Dublin

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    near Kingswood, Leinster (Ireland)
    Distance
    38.81mi
    Elevation +
    725f
    TrailRank
    35
    Photo ofBezoek Dublin Photo ofBezoek Dublin Photo ofBezoek Dublin

    Rondgang vanaf Kingswood via: - Dublin Castle (18.7 km) - Catedral de Christchurch (21.2 km) - St James' Church (24.6 km) - Ha'penny Bridge (30.2 km) - O'Connell Bridge (31.5 km) - St Augustine and St John (33.3 km) - Wh...

  • Old Rail Trail: Athlone - Streamstown

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    near Athlone, Leinster (Ireland)
    Distance
    16.25mi
    Elevation +
    295f
    TrailRank
    32
    Photo ofOld Rail Trail: Athlone - Streamstown Photo ofOld Rail Trail: Athlone - Streamstown Photo ofOld Rail Trail: Athlone - Streamstown

    42km long greenway along the historic Midlands Great Western Railway - an Irish gauge (1,600 mm) railway operating between Galway and Dublin. Athlone MGWR station opened in 1851. The line was closed in 1985 and the st...

  • near Abbeyshrule, Leinster (Ireland)
    Distance
    12.91mi
    Elevation +
    23f
    TrailRank
    30
    Photo ofRoyal Canal Greenway (stage 4): Abbeyshrule - Coolnahinch Bridge Photo ofRoyal Canal Greenway (stage 4): Abbeyshrule - Coolnahinch Bridge Photo ofRoyal Canal Greenway (stage 4): Abbeyshrule - Coolnahinch Bridge

    From Abbeyshrule to 41st Lock Chamber and Coolnahinch Bridge. Coolnahinch Bridge is a typically well-built canal bridge, which is a valuable part of the architectural and industrial heritage of County Longford. Althou...

  • Ireland Cycle Tour - Berra/Kerry/Dingle

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    near Cill Airne, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    219.63mi
    Elevation +
    12343f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofIreland Cycle Tour - Berra/Kerry/Dingle Photo ofIreland Cycle Tour - Berra/Kerry/Dingle Photo ofIreland Cycle Tour - Berra/Kerry/Dingle

    My overall review is this is the best trip I've ever done. We had great weather, which is unusual for the area, and this is the most scenic area I've ever seen. Adverse weather conditions (rain/wind is common) would have...

  • near Westport, Connaught (Ireland)
    Distance
    48.39mi
    Elevation +
    1165f
    TrailRank
    29
    Photo ofThe Great Western Greenway - from Westport and back Photo ofThe Great Western Greenway - from Westport and back Photo ofThe Great Western Greenway - from Westport and back

    If you’re ever near Westport and live cycling, do reserve a day for the greenway. Oh my, what a treat, what a glorious day! And I‘m not usually one to speak in superlatives.

  • Ireland 1. Galway - Cong

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    near Galway, Galway (Ireland)
    Distance
    50.19mi
    Elevation +
    1982f
    TrailRank
    23

    On roads with heavy traffic from Westport to Oughterard. Less traffic (28 May 2010) up to Maam Cross and further on to Cong.

  • The World Class Great Western Greenway

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    near Cloonmonad, Connaught (Ireland)
    Distance
    27.12mi
    Elevation +
    413f
    TrailRank
    22
    Photo ofThe World Class Great Western Greenway

    Escape the bustle of urban life on the 42km Great Western Greenway, the longest off-road walking and cycling trail in Ireland. The World Class Great Western Greenway is a traffic free cycling and walking trail which foll...

  • Ireland 4. Westport - Leenaun

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    near Moyour Bridge (Ireland)
    Distance
    40.86mi
    Elevation +
    1929f
    TrailRank
    20

    Along R335 to Louisburgh. On small roads with limited traffic to Drummin and to R335 by Doo Lough. Then along R335 (some traffic) to Leenaun.

  • near Reenard Cross, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    36.96mi
    Elevation +
    2484f
    TrailRank
    16

    Just a 50-minute cycle from Cahersiveen is the stunning town of Waterville, where golf fans can pause for a well-deserved game! Tiger Woods, Nick Faldo and Ernie Els have all enjoyed a round at Waterville Golf Links; a b...

  • Ireland 8. Doolin - Oranmore

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    near Fisherstreet, County Clare (Ireland)
    Distance
    39.59mi
    Elevation +
    1949f
    TrailRank
    16

    Via Cliffs of Moher to Liscannor, then along small roads through beautiful landscape, including Burren National Park, to Kinvarra. From Kinvarra partly on roads with heavy traffic, partly on minor roads, to Oranmore.

  • Ireland 5. Leenaun - Roundstone

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    near Leenaun (Ireland)
    Distance
    50.94mi
    Elevation +
    2415f
    TrailRank
    16

    Along N59 (limited traffic), then along small and nice roads to Salrock, Tully Cross and Kinnyle Castle (not accessible). Nice route over to Clifden and further along the shore to Roundstone.

  • Ireland 2. Cong - Westport

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    near Cong, County Mayo (Ireland)
    Distance
    45.04mi
    Elevation +
    2976f
    TrailRank
    16

    Easy from Cong to Toormakeady, then steep on small roads up to Partry Mountains. Further mostly on small roads to Westport. On 29 May 2010: Very limited car traffic on most of these roads.

  • near Castle Cove, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    43.71mi
    Elevation +
    2169f
    TrailRank
    15

    Continue on Day 3 towards the town of Kenmare (roughly an hour-and-a-half cycle). Here you can enjoy a marine adventure on board a local boat; and either fish or just enjoy the trip, which will take you to visit local se...

  • near Dromhale, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    35.67mi
    Elevation +
    2346f
    TrailRank
    62| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofIRLANDA The Gap of Dunloe (Killarney National Park) Photo ofIRLANDA The Gap of Dunloe (Killarney National Park) Photo ofIRLANDA The Gap of Dunloe (Killarney National Park)

    Aquesta bonica i emblemàtica ruta circular és tot un clàssic d'aquesta regió del Comtat de Kerry. Pren el seu nom de l'Estret de Dunloe, una angosta vall que separa les serralades més altes d'Irlanda, la MacGuillicuddy R...

    Una de les millors voltes que es pot fer en bicicleta per aquest sector d'Irlanda. És recomanable no realitzar-la en fes...
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  • 17 04 11 Gap of Dunloe (Ireland)

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    near Cill Airne, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    25.85mi
    Elevation +
    2825f
    TrailRank
    59
    Photo of17 04 11 Gap of Dunloe (Ireland) Photo of17 04 11 Gap of Dunloe (Ireland) Photo of17 04 11 Gap of Dunloe (Ireland)

    Gap of Dunloe, La idea era buena en principio, alquilas una bici en O´Sullivan´s Killarney (15 Euros) pedaleas hasta el castillo de Ross y embarcas la bici en un lancha que te lleva a ti y a la bici hasta Lord Brandon´s ...

  • Irlanda - España Eurovelo 1

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    near Cork, Munster (Ireland)
    Distance
    1193.49mi
    Elevation +
    20696f
    TrailRank
    56
    Photo ofIrlanda - España Eurovelo 1 Photo ofIrlanda - España Eurovelo 1 Photo ofIrlanda - España Eurovelo 1

    Impresionante viaje en bicicleta, desde Irlanda a España, siguiendo la travesía Eurovelo 1. Desde la ciudad de Cork hasta Pamplona, en 16 días, 15 etapas de bici y un día de descanso. 1 etapa en Irlanda, 12 etapas en Fra...

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