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Plan your route with our Mullingar - Athlone Greenway maps. Includes an official tourist map, an interactive Google Map of POIs, and a detailed traced route map Info Mullingar Athlone Maps Mullingar Athlone Travel Mullingar Athlone Links Mullingar Athlone Cafes Mullingar Athlone Hire Mullingar Athlone Gallery Mullingar Athlone History Mullingar Athlone Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Maps Mullingar - Athlone Switch to the Royal Canal at point B Click on the maps below for more detail

Explore the beauty of the Tralee - Fenit Greenway through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Tralee Fenit Map Tralee Fenit Travel Tralee Fenit Links Tralee Fenit Cafes Tralee Fenit Hire & Repair Tralee Fenit Gallery Tralee Fenit History Tralee Fenit Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Tralee - Fenit Greenway

Explore the beauty of the Royal Canal Greenway through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Royal Canal Maps Royal Canal Travel Royal Canal Links Royal Canal Cafes Royal Canal Hire Royal Canal Gallery Royal Canal History Royal Canal Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Royal Canal Greenway

Plan your trip on the Mullingar - Athlone Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Mullingar Athlone Maps Mullingar Athlone Travel Mullingar Athlone Links Mullingar Athlone Cafes Mullingar Athlone Hire Mullingar Athlone Gallery Mullingar Athlone History Mullingar Athlone Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Mullingar - Athlone Greenway Also known as the Old Rail Trail, the route between Mullingar and Athlone runs along the old rail line and is now an off-road cycle path of 41 Kms or 43 Kms if finishing in both town centres. The route is flat and constructed of asphalt/ tarmac and is an excellent cycle route. The Old Rail Trail is a rural route through the heart of the Irish Midlands, starting in the market town of Mullingar and continuing on a converted stretch of the Midlands Great Western Railway. The railway line was closed in 1987. This was a double track railway line and one of the tracks remains in place for much of the route. The other track is now replaced with the cycle path. The 43km journey takes us through rich fertile farmland, away from the hustle of towns, in a beautiful rural setting to the bustling town of Athlone. The route starts at the Old Rail Trail car park in Mullingar. The route runs parallel to the Royal Canal Greenway for about 4 Kms to the west of Mullingar. The Royal Canal greenway branches north towards Longford at Ballinea Bridge, while the Old Rail Trail continues to Athlone. Alternatively, cyclists can cycle alongside the Royal Canal for 4 Kms from Mullingar to Ballinea Bridge. There is a signpost at the bridge, see image below, to direct cyclists to Athlone or towards Longford. The canal meets the Old Rail Trail at several points before they separate at Ballinea Bridge, see maps below. Click on Streetview icon to see the physical location. The Mullingar to Athlone greenway/ Old Rail Trail and the Grand Canal Greenway run in parallel for 4 Kms west from Mullingar. The tracks separate at Ballinea Bridge. Cyclists who leave Mullingar using the Royal Canal greenway will have a final opportunity to head towards Athlone on the Old Rail Trail at Ballinea Bridge. Those who departed on the Old Rail Trail can switch to the Royal Canal at Belmount Bridge, see map below. Ballinea Bridge, turn left here for the Royal Canal Greenway or go back under the bridge for the Old Rail Trail Straight ahead for the Old Rail Trail, through the gates for the Royal Canal Straight ahead here for the Old Rail Trail or slight right towards Ballinea Bridge for the Royal Canal Greenway. Ballinea Bridge The Old Rail Trail carries on west towards Athlone. We pass Castletown Station, now disused, about 7Kms later. We continue on further to Streamstown Station which is 17Kms from Mullingar. The station house has been renovated and now houses the delightful Jack's Stop cafe and restaurant. We are about half way to Athlone at this point. A further 11Kms we meet Moate train station in the town of Moate. The Moate Golf Club is at the side of the cycle path and can be a useful stopping point. Just to the west of Moate and about 300m off the greenway outside Moate is the Amenity and Heritage Park of Dun na S i , which is well worth a visit. It is now a further 12 Kms to Athlone. The route is flat, see profile below. Mullingar to Ballinea Bridge - 4 Kms Ballinea Bridge to Castletown - 7 Kms Castletown to Streamstown - 7 Kms Streamstown to Moate - 11 Kms Moate to Athlone - 12 Kms

Find all the essential links for your Waterford Greenway trip. Including official tourism sites, get the resources you need at GreenwayHub. Info Waterford Map Waterford Travel Waterford Links Waterford Cafes Waterford Bike Hire Waterford Gallery Waterford History Waterford Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Waterford Greenway Links Discover Ireland Visit Waterford Waterford Council Irish Road Trip Suir Valley Railway

Plan your route with our Great Western Greenway maps. Includes an official tourist map, an interactive Google Map of POIs, and a detailed traced route map Info Western Map Western Travel Western Links Western Cafes Western Hire Western Gallery Western History Western Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Maps Western Westport - Achill

Find the best cafes, restaurants, and ice cream stops on the Royal Canal Greenway. Perfect for a family break or a quick coffee while you cycle with GreenwayHub. Info Royal Canal Maps Royal Canal Travel Royal Canal Links Royal Canal Cafes Royal Canal Hire Royal Canal Gallery Royal Canal History Royal Canal Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Royal Canal Greenway Cafes Enjoy Mullingar for a break Mullingar Lots of great options in Mullingar to have a break. The Rye River Cafe Kilcock Coming from Maynooth turn right at the bridge. The cafe is just a few yards down School Street. Enjoy a break in Longford Longford A choice of cafes in Longford Macs Shack Keenagh A coffee shop 1 Kms off the greenway from Mosstown Harbour The Richmond Inn Cloondara Enjoy food and drink at the end of the greenway Wilder & Gold Ballymahon A coffee stop 1.5 Kms off the greenway from Ballybrannigan Harbour Fureys outside Enfield Moyvalley Enjoy a stopoff at Fureys pub and restaurant about 4 Kms on the Mullingar side of Enfield. Click on image. Nomad Enfield Friendly coffee shop on the main street in Enfield about 250m from the greenway. The Rustic Inn Abbeyshrule Enjoy a takeaway coffee or have a very nice full lunch or a drink! McGuinness Foodstore Ballynacarrigy Tea, coffee and sandwiches

Explore the beauty of the Western Greenway through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Western Map Western Travel Western Links Western Cafes Western Hire Western Gallery Western History Western Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Western Greenway

Plan your trip on the Sallins Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Sallins Greenway Maps Sallins Greenway Travel Sallins Greenway Links Sallins Greenway Cafes Sallins Greenway Hire Sallins Greenway Gallery Sallins Greenway History Sallins Greenway Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Sallins Greenway The Sallins Greenway runs along the Grand Canal from The 12th Lock in Adamstown, near Lucan in Dublin through Hazelhatch, a townsland close to Celbridge to Sallins in Co. Kildare, a distance of 18Kms. From Sallins one can cycle to Naas town on a spur of the the Grand Canal. This is 4Kms in length. Take a look at the Canals page here to see how the canals of Ireland evolved. The Grand Canal flows from Grand Canal Dock in Dublin city running west to the 12th Lock close to Lucan, to Hazelhatch and on to Sallins. From there it runs to Robertstown and a little further on, to Lowtown where it splits between the Grand Canal greenway proper and the Barrow Way. The section from Robertstown to Lowtown and on to Athy is open for cyclists and is designated on this site as Barrow Way Greenway . The section from Lowtown to Edenderry is not yet open to cyclists. But the section from Edenderry to Shannon Harbour is open and is designated as the Grand Canal Greenway on this site. The Sallins greenway will ultimately become part of the Grand Canal/ Barrow Way as the cycle paths are developed to Robertstown and onwards to Edenderry. In addition the greenway will be extended north east towards Dublin city centre. The other greenway connections are in the planning or construction stage. It is currently possible to walk along the bank the Grand Canal from Sallins to Robertstown but currently the terrain is not suitable for road bikes as the under foot condition is too rough. Click here to open a map showing the sections of the Grand Canal that can be cycled. As can be seen on the Maps Sallins page here , Robertstown/ Lowtown is at the crossroads of the Grand Canal Greenway and the Barrow Way. The Grand Canal runs west to Shannon Harbour in Co. Offaly from Lowtown. It also runs south to Athy in Co. Kildare. In past times the canal allowed the transportation of goods and people connecting the midlands and the south of the country to Dublin's docks. The canal connected with the Barrow River at Athy and with the Shannon River at Shannon Harbour. This opened up a route that connected the port of Dublin with Limerick City in the west and with Waterford City in the south and greatly improved the economy of the countery in the late 18th and early 19th century. See here a map of the of the Sallins Greenway from Kildare Co. Co. See below a short video here of the section from Sallins to Hazelhatch. Cyclists can start their journey from either the 12th Lock, Hazelhatch, Sallins village or Naas town. There is a train station at Celbridge close to Hazelhatch. There is also a train station in Sallins. There is paid parking at Hazelhatch-Celbridge train station for those carrying their own bikes. Cyclists can also disembark at Celbridge if transporting their bikes by train. Access to the greenway is along a very narrow road for 1Km from Celbridge station to the start of the greenway. Take the first exit from the roundabout having left the station and cycle the 1Km to McEvoys pub. The greenway towards Dublin is then to your left and towards Sallins on your right. Be careful on the road as it is not suitable for children cycling. See the image here of cars parked at the start of the greenway at Hazelhatch at a weekend. Those starting from Sallins begin the greenway from an off ramp in the centre of the village. To cycle to Naas from Sallins it is necessary to navigate about 500m on the main road where there is vehicular traffic. The route is described in the Travel section here. The distance from Sallins to Hazelhatch is 13Kms and a further 5 Kms to The 12th Lock. The distance from Sallins to Naas is 4Kms. Clearly one can start and finish their cycle from Naas bringing the round trip in total 44 Kms. Bike hire is available at Sallins. See the Travel section here for details of how to get to 12th Lock/ Hazelhatch/ Sallins/ Naas and also the Bike Hire section here for bike hire. The profile of the route is very flat. The path is constructed using very fine grit or tarmac on the sections close to Sallins and on the section to Naas. Ramp at Sallins on to the greenway Access to the greenway at Hazelhatch bridge. North towards Dublin and South to Sallins.

Find the best cafes, restaurants, and ice cream stops on the Barrow Way Greenway. Perfect for a family break or a quick coffee while you cycle with GreenwayHub. Info Barrow Way Map Barrow Way Travel Barrow Way Links Barrow Way Cafes Barrow Way Hire Barrow Way Gallery Barrow Way History Barrow Way Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Barrow Way Cafes Poppy May's Robertstown Have coffee and cakes outside Mullaneys shop on the main street in the village of Robertstown Dilly Dally Athy/ Vicarstown Between Athy and Vicarstown is this lovely cafe. Note opens at weekends only. Its right on the Barrow Way. Options in Monasterevin Monastrevin There are some cafes and takeaways in Monastrevin. Ma's Kitchen Rathangan On the main street in Rathangan is a friendly cafe for an enjoyable stopoff, Cuan Mhuire Athy On the way in to Athy on the opposite bank of the canal. Don't miss this cafe, restaurant, shop and garden centre. Feel the tranquility.

Explore the beauty of the Boyne Greenway through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Boyne Valley Maps Boyne Valley Travel Boyne Valley Links Boyne Valley Cafes Boyne Valley Hire Boyne Valley Gallery Boyne Valley History Boyne Valley Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes Boyne Valley Greenway

Explore the fascinating history of the Midleton - Youghal Greenway. From its origins as a historic railway to the local heritage and folklore of the surrounding area. Info Midleton - Youghal Map Midleton - Youghal Travel Midleton - Youghal Links Midleton - Youghal Cafes Midleton - Youghal Hire Midleton - Youghal Gallery Midleton - Youghal History Midleton - Youghal Waterford Greenway Western Greenway Carlingford Portadown Royal Canal Greenway Grand Canal Greenway Mullingar - Athlone Barrow Way Greenway Sallins Greenway Boyne Valley Midleton - Youghal Suir Blueway Limerick Greenway Tralee Greenway Killarney Cycle Routes History Midleton - Youghal The Midleton to Youghal Greenway is new off-road walking and cycling route in East Cork, Ireland, repurposing the old Midleton–Youghal railway line into a scenic, sustainable amenity for locals and visitors alike. Covering a total of 23 km, the Greenway connects the historic market town of Midleton with the coastal town of Youghal, passing through the villages of Mogeely and Killeagh along a mostly flat, smooth, tarmac surface that is accessible to people of all ages and abilities. Development of the route has been phased, with the first 8 km section from Midleton Train Station to Mogeely officially opened in 2024, marking a major milestone in establishing the full greenway network. The final phase — extending the trail from Mogeely through Killeagh to Youghal — was completed later in December 2024 and opened to the public, enabling walkers and cyclists to travel the full route. It features retained trees and hedgerows with native planting to enhance biodiversity, seating areas, and facilities such as parking, bicycle repair stations, drinking water points and picnic spots at key trailheads. The route is a significant addition to the region’s tourism infrastructure, expected to attract large numbers of visitors annually and to boost the local economy. It offers direct access to natural landscapes — including countryside views, marshes, and coastal scenery near Youghal — and ties in with other attractions such as beaches, heritage sites and local eateries along the way. By linking towns that were formerly connected by rail, the Midleton to Youghal Greenway not only encourages healthier lifestyles and sustainable travel but also celebrates the cultural and environmental heritage of East Cork. Midleton Midleton's origins can be traced back to early Christian times, when a monastery was founded in the area by St John the Baptist in the 12th century. This religious settlement became an important centre of learning and worship, and the influence of the monastery helped shape the development of the surrounding community. During the medieval period, Midleton grew as a market town due to its fertile agricultural hinterland and its strategic position near Cork Harbour. The town was later affected by the turbulent events of Irish history, including the Cromwellian conquest and the Williamite wars, which brought changes in land ownership and population. Under English rule, Midleton developed further as an estate town, with trade and farming playing central roles in local life. One of the most significant chapters in Midleton’s history began in the 19th century with the establishment of the Midleton Distillery. Whiskey production became central to the town’s identity and economy, earning Midleton international recognition. Although the original distillery closed in the 20th century, the nearby New Midleton Distillery continues the tradition today and is a major employer and tourist attraction. In the modern era, Midleton has expanded rapidly and sport plays a major role in the life of the community. Hurling has long been at the heart of community life in Midleton and is one of the town’s strongest sporting and cultural traditions. The sport is deeply rooted in local identity and is passed from one generation to the next through families, schools and clubs. Midleton GAA club has played a central role in this history, achieving major success at both county and provincial level. The club’s most famous triumph came in 1987, when Midleton won the All-Ireland Senior Club Hurling Championship, placing the town firmly on the national sporting map. Midleton players have also made important contributions to Cork hurling teams over the years. Young players are introduced to the game at an early age, learning not just skills but values such as discipline, respect and teamwork. Matches and training sessions bring people together, reinforcing strong social bonds within the town. In Midleton, hurling is more than a sport; it is a living tradition that connects past and present. Youghal Youghal has one of the richest and most varied histories in Ireland. Its origins date back to early medieval times, when it developed as a monastic settlement. By the 12th century, following the Norman invasion, Youghal emerged as an important walled town and port, benefiting from its strategic position at the mouth of the River Blackwater. During the late medieval and early modern periods, Youghal became one of Ireland’s principal trading ports. It exported wool, hides and agricultural produce and had strong trading links with England and continental Europe. The town’s prosperity is reflected in its impressive medieval walls, gates and buildings, including St Mary’s Collegiate Church, one of the oldest churches still in use in Ireland. Youghal also has literary connections, most notably with Sir Walter Raleigh, who served as mayor in the late 16th century and is traditionally associated with the introduction of the potato to Ireland. In the 17th and 18th centuries, Youghal experienced both growth and decline, shaped by wars, political change and shifts in trade routes. By the 19th century, the town reinvented itself as a seaside resort, attracting visitors with its beaches and mild climate. This new role helped sustain Youghal as a popular destination well into the 20th century. Youghal Carpets refers to a once-famous carpet and textile industry centred in the town. For much of the mid-20th century, carpet manufacturing was a major part of the local economy and community life, and the name “Youghal Carpets” became synonymous with high-quality woven carpets produced in the region. The original Youghal Carpets factory was established in the town in 1954, producing woollen carpets and quickly gaining a reputation for quality and craftsmanship. Its products were exported widely and featured in prestigious installations abroad, including casinos in Las Vegas and even royal commissions — a testament to the global appeal and durability of its carpets. At its peak, the Youghal Carpets enterprise — including associated facilities such as wool-spinning and dyeing works nearby — employed hundreds of workers, becoming one of the largest employers in East Cork and a pillar of the town’s economy. However, by the 1980s and early 2000s, changes in global manufacturing and competition from low-cost producers abroad led to the gradual decline of the carpet industry in Youghal. The original factory closed in 1984. The closure had a significant socio-economic impact on the town, contributing to job losses and wider industrial decline in the region. Today, Youghal’s is a vibrant town and its history is visible in its streets, buildings and harbour. Visit the Youghal Clock Gate Towe r and take a stroll along the boardwalk breathing in the sea air after your cycle.