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Plan your trip on the Waterford Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with 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 - Dungarvan Greenway The Waterford Greenway is a 46Km pathway from Waterford City to Dungarvan town, exclusive to cyclists and walkers. This is one of the most scenic greenways in Ireland. It is also known as the Deise Greenway, Deise being an ancient name name for County Waterford. The surface is asphalt (tarmac) and particularly suited to cyclists. The route includes a 400m metre tunnel, three viaducts and eleven bridges. The Atlantic ocean comes into view on the Dungarvan side and cyclists can look down on Clonea beach. In summertime one might stop for a swim at any of the wonderful beaches or enjoy cycling on the long stretches of sand. For pitstops along the route see Cafes Waterford page . The pathway follows the track of the old Waterford to Dungarvan railway line which finally closed in 1990. The profile of the pathway is very flat with a slight incline a few kilometres from Dungarvan heading towards Kilmacthomas as the path leaves the coast see Profile below. Waterford City to Kilmeaden 10.5 Kms Kilmeaden to Kilmacthomas 13.5 Kms Kilmacthomas to Durrow 12 Kms Durrow to Dungarvan 10Kms There is a wealth of information available about the Waterford to Dungarvan greenway see links here . The Irish Road Trip website provides an excellent breakdown of each stage and identifies the attractions at each location. There are many options for cyclists depending on whether you use your own bikes and where you start your journey from. Perhaps those with their own bikes and seasoned cyclists will be able to complete the round trip, starting early in the day. Others may cycle to Kilmeaden or Kilmacthomas and return back, returning to their cars to head home or staying in Waterford/ Dungarvan overnight. Those hiring have the option of cycling the full greenway and returning the bikes to another depot. At least one company provides this service, see Bike Hire Waterford page. Another option is to cycle one way from Waterford to Dungarvan or vice versa and take the bus back. There is no railway station in Dungarvan but buses are available, s ee Expressway bus timetables here . Buses depart every hour or ninety minutes. The Road Travel pages of this website provides information on bus services and information on transporting bikes on buses. Another option is to cycle one way, and can carry some belongings for an overnight stay. Hire bike companies will generally provide saddle bags free of charge but please check in advance if you wish to carry an overnight bag. There is plenty of accommodation options in Waterford but book in advance in summertime. See the Travel Waterford section page for further information. There are some wonderful stopping points along the route including the coffee shop at Kilmeaden station and the restaurant/ cafe at Kilmacthomas. Enjoy a trip on the Suir Valley Railway or visit Mount Congreve House and Gardens which is only a short distance from the greenway, just before Kilmeaden and is well worth a visit.

Find all the essential links for your Limerick Greenway trip. Including official tourism sites, get the resources you need at GreenwayHub. Info Limerick Maps Limerick Travel Limerick Links Limerick Cafes Limerick Hire Limerick Gallery Limerick History Limerick 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 Limerick - Listowel Links Discover Ireland - Listowel Discover Ireland - Limerick Discover Kerry Limerick Greenway Ireland.com Limerick Greenway faq

Plan your route with our Waterford Greenway maps. Includes an official tourist map, an interactive Google Map of POIs, and a detailed traced route map 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 Maps Waterford - Dungarvan https://maps4news.com/ Click on Map to open PDF

Plan your trip on the Suir Blueway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. Info Suir Blueway Map Suir Blueway Travel Suir Blueway Links Suir Blueway Cafes Suir Blueway Hire Suir Blueway Gallery Suir Blueway History Suir Blueway 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 Suir Blueway The Suir Blueway includes a 21Kms section of cycle path between Carrick-on-Suir and Clonmel opened in 2019. The cycle route runs along the banks of the river Suir and is part of the Suir Blueway which extends to a total distance of 53 Kms. The section from Clonmel to Cahir can be traversed by kayak/ canoe only and does not have a cycle path. We will only consider the section that can be cycled here, that is the route starting in Carrick-on-Suir or Clonmel. Cyclists can start from either side or from the mid point at Kilsheelan. Cyclists can hire bikes, see the Hire section of the website here and may start from one side, cycle to the other end, have lunch and return on the same day. Or cyclists may decide to do a shorter trip possibly to the half way point at Kilsheelan. For those visiting the area a trip to Cahir, which is 17 Kms from Clonmel, is well wo rthwhile. Visit Cahir Castle , originally built in the 13th century. There is a cycle path of 4Kms from the castle to the Swiss Cottage , a hunting lodge used by the aristocracy, is also well worth a visit. The area is known as the Golden Vale, so called, given its high-quality soil that makes it Ireland's best dairy farmland. The area is also famed for its mountain walks. The Golden Vale is surrounded by three mountain ranges, the Comeragh, Knockmealdown and Galtee mountains. Galtymore in the Galtee mountain range is the 3rd highest mountain in Ireland at just under 1,000 metres. There are many options for hillwalkers. Perhaps a day cycling the Blueway, a day hillwalking, a day on the kayaks and a day spent site seeing, taking in the Rock of Cashel and Cahir Castle, would make an ideal family break. It is proposed to extend the cycleway from Carrick-on-Suir to join with the Waterford Greenway but this is some years off as of 2026. The route can be cycled in either direction or over and back for a total of 42Kms. It is very flat with a good underfoot surface. There is just one village along the route at Kilsheelan, which is about halfway between the two end points. It may be slightly easier to cycle from Clonmel to Carrick-on-Suir as the prevailing wind blows from west to east and there is a very gentle slope down, see profile below. A speeded up YouTube video Part 1 of the Suir Blueway Cycle from Kilsheelan to Carrick-on-Suir A speeded up YouTube video Part 2 of the Suir Blueway Cycle from Kilsheelan to Carrick-on-Suir

Plan your trip on the Boyne Valley Greenway. Get total distances, stopping points, and route highlights. View the surface profile and key features with GreenwayHub. 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 The Boyne Valley Greenway was constructed over several years and completed in 2024. It is 30 Kms in length and was originally a rail line between Navan and Kingscourt. Kingscourt was a centre for the mining of gypsum and this was transported by rail until road haulage took over and the line was closed in 1975. The factories in Kingscourt are world famous for their production of insulation products used in the building industry. The surface of the greenway is constructed of fine grit which is said to be a more sustainable material than asphalt. Many recent greenways have been constructed using fine grit. It is probably just a slightly slower surface for cyclists but safer as greenways are used by walkers and runners as well as cyclists and bikes can generally be more easily heard approaching. It is overall an excellent surface for cycling and very flat throughout its length. The River Boyne flows through this part of Ireland, famous for the Battle of the Boyne in 1690, see the History Section for more details. The route passes through counties Meath and Cavan. The route starts in Navan town and ends a few kilometres outside Kingscourt. Note that it is possible to cycle all the way into Kingscourt town but the final section is on a very busy windy road with a steep hill. There is a footpath and one could walk with the bike but that is not ideal. The route passes through several of the now disused railway stations but there is only one town on the route, Nobber which is 18 Kms from Navan. The Park Beo greenway hub, a cafe/ shop/ bike hire centre, is 8Km from Navan at Wilkinstown. It is 300m off the greenway on a cycle-friendly path. Leaving Ratholdren Road in Navan we cross the R163 just past Gibbstown station - 4 Kms A further 4 Kms we cross the R162 at Wilkinstown - 8 Kms Access to Park Beo is just up ahead. Crossing several small roads we pass Castletown village, under the N52 bridge - 14 Kms 2 Kms later we cross the R162 - 16 Kms Crossing another small road, the village of Nobber is just 2Km up ahead - 18 Kms After another 3.5Kms, we pass Whitewood Lake on our left - 21.5 Kms Another km ahead we pass the pretty Whitewood railway station at Kilmainhamwood - 22.5 Kms Continuing on we cross the R162 - 25 Kms Leaving Co. Meath for Co. Cavan, after 3 Kms we cross the Enniskeen road - 28 Kms Crossing the R165 before reaching our destination at the old disused Kingscourt station - 30Kms Boyne Visitor Centre Drogheda to Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre There is a separate short 4 Km greenway from Drogheda town to the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre west of the town. The Battle of the Boyne of 1690 is still commemorated to this day, particularly by the Protestant/ Unionist community in Northern Ireland, see the History page here for some further details. The greenway starts at St Dominic's Bridge which is a pedestrian bridge over the River Boyne in Drogheda town centre. It follows the southern bank of the river passing St. Dominic's Park on the left hand side. After 2.5 Kms it meets the Rathmullan Road, the Mary McAleese Boyne Valley Bridge is just in sight. Cycle under the bridge on a path at the side of the road. Use the footpath which is intended to be shared with pedestrians. Continue on alongside the banks of the river passing the Boyne Lock gates. The visitor centre is just 1Km ahead. It is planned to connect the Boyne Valley greenway at Navan to the Battle of the Boyne Visitor Centre. If visiting this area of the country, a must-see for visitors to Co. Meath is Newgrange , a world Heritage site. Newgrange is a 5,200-year-old Neolithic passage tomb in Ireland’s Brú na Bóinne complex, famous for its precise, dramatic alignment with the winter solstice sunrise, where sunlight illuminates the inner chamber. It is older than Stonehenge and the Pyramids.

Explore the fascinating history of the Carlingford Greenway. From its origins as a historic railway to the local heritage and folklore of the surrounding area. Info Carlingford Maps Carlingford Travel Carlingford Links Carlingford Cafes Carlingford Hire Carlingford Gallery Carlingford History Carlingford 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 Carlingford and Newry Portadown canals Carlingford The town of Carlingford, Ireland, has a rich and complex history dating back to the Viking invasions in the 9th century. The town's name itself is of Scandinavian origin, meaning "Fjord of Carlinn." However, the true founders of the town were the Normans, who recognized the strategic importance of Carlingford Lough as a gateway to Ulster. In the 12th century, the Norman knight Hugh de Lacy laid the foundation for a castle on a rocky outcrop. This fortress, now known as King John's Castle after King John's visit in 1210, became a vital defensive point for centuries. A settlement grew up around the castle, and Carlingford's position as a major trading port led to prosperity throughout the 14th to 16th centuries. This wealth is still evident today in the remains of fortified townhouses like The Mint and Taaffe's Castle. However, the town's prosperity was not permanent. Raids by Scottish forces, the 1641 Rising, the Cromwellian Conquest, and the Williamite wars all took their toll on the local economy. The final blow came in the 18th century when the prosperous herring shoals left the lough. Carlingford's inability to develop heavy industry, ironically, helped preserve its medieval layout and archaeological artifacts. In the late 19th century, the Dundalk, Newry and Greenore railway opened, bringing a new era of tourism to the area. Today, tourism is a key part of Carlingford's economy, with visitors drawn to its medieval streets, historic sites, and scenic beauty. The town is also famous for its oysters and hosts an annual oyster festival. The town also hosts stag and hen parties which have become commonplace in very recent years. See link to Louth County Council website carlingfordloughgreenway.ie See link from the Carlingford Heritage Centre carlingfordheritagecentre.com Greenways The Carlingford Greenway is a popular walking and cycling trail that follows the route of a disused railway line, the Dundalk, Newry & Greenore Railway. The railway, which was a vital part of the area's infrastructure and a key driver of tourism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, closed in 1951. The vision for a modern greenway to connect communities and encourage active travel began to take shape in the 21st century. The project was a cross-border initiative, with different sections being developed by Louth County Council and Newry, Mourne and Down District Council. The development of the greenway happened in several phases: Phase 1 (2012): The first section of the greenway, a 7km stretch between Carlingford and Omeath, was opened. This part of the trail quickly gained popularity among locals and tourists. Phase 2 (2018): A second section, approximately 5.7km long, opened in July 2018. This part of the greenway runs from Newry to Victoria Lock, following the Newry Ship Canal and the Newry River. Final Sections (2024-2025): The final, and most challenging, sections of the greenway were completed, connecting the previously opened parts. A new extension from Omeath to the border of the Ireland and Northern Ireland opened in June 2024. The final link, a 1.2km boardwalk and 0.5km greenway connecting Victoria Lock to the border, was a technically complex part of the project. It faced delays due to planning permission and funding issues, but was ultimately completed in 2025, finally creating a continuous cross-border route between Carlingford and Newry. The Carlingford Greenway is a key part of the larger vision for "The Great Eastern Greenway," which aims to create a long-distance, off-road path along the east coast of Ireland. The greenway is a testament to effective cross-border cooperation and has become a valuable recreational and tourism asset for the region. Newry Ship Canal The Newry Ship Canal was opened in 1769 to provide a navigable link between Newry town and Carlingford Lough. Unlike the earlier Newry Canal (1742), which connected Newry with Portadown and the River Bann, the Ship Canal was designed to accommodate larger vessels and give Newry direct access to the sea. Stretching for about five miles, the canal was built along the course of the River Clanrye and included several bascule bridges and a sea lock at Victoria Lock to manage tidal flows. This development allowed ships to travel inland as far as Newry’s quays, turning the town into a thriving port and trading hub during the 18th and 19th centuries. Coal, timber, grain, and linen were exported and imported in growing quantities, strengthening Newry’s position as one of Ireland’s leading provincial ports. The arrival of the railways in the mid-19th century gradually reduced the canal’s importance, though it remained in use into the 20th century. Commercial traffic eventually declined, and shipping ceased altogether by the 1970s. Today, the Newry Ship Canal survives as an important heritage and recreational waterway. Victoria Lock has been restored, and the canal is now used for leisure boating, walking, and tourism, keeping alive the legacy of a waterway that once helped put Newry on the map as a centre of trade and industry. Portadown to Newry Canal The Portadown to Newry Canal, better known as the Newry Canal, holds the distinction of being the first summit-level canal ever constructed in the British Isles. Completed in 1742, it was a landmark feat of 18th-century engineering and played a crucial role in the commercial development of Ulster. The canal was designed to link the River Bann at Portadown with Carlingford Lough at Newry, creating an inland navigation route that allowed coal from Tyrone and agricultural produce from Armagh and Down to reach markets and ports more efficiently. By joining the Bann to the Irish Sea, it also offered a direct waterway connection between Lough Neagh and the coast. At the time of its completion, the canal stretched around 18 miles (29 km) and included numerous locks to overcome height differences in the landscape. Built largely under the direction of engineer Thomas Steers and later Richard Cassels, the project represented a bold vision of economic improvement. For over a century, the canal facilitated the transport of coal, linen, timber, and foodstuffs, fostering trade in both rural and urban areas. The town of Newry, in particular, thrived as a commercial hub thanks to this waterway. However, by the mid-19th century, the rise of railways began to eclipse canal transport. Rail was faster, more reliable, and less dependent on weather conditions. As a result, the Newry Canal gradually fell into decline. Commercial traffic dwindled, and by the early 20th century the canal was largely abandoned as a trading route, though it remained officially open until 1949. The canal has not been maintained in recent years but the tow path has been converted into a walking and cycling path with excellent underfoot conditions. It is signposted all the way and follows the western side of the canal. It now connects with the Carlingford to Newry greenway through the town of Newry.

Explore the beauty of the Suir Blueway through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Suir Blueway Map Suir Blueway Travel Suir Blueway Links Suir Blueway Cafes Suir Blueway Hire Suir Blueway Gallery Suir Blueway History Suir Blueway 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 Suir Blueway

Explore the beauty of the Killarney cycle routes through our photo gallery. Browse high-quality images of local scenery, points of interest, and hidden gems along the route. Info Killarney Map Killarney Travel Killarney Links killarney Cafes Killarney Hire & Repair Killarney Gallery Killarney History Killarney 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 Killarney Cycle Routes

Looking for bike hire on the Sallins Greenway? Find local shops offering bicycle rentals, electric bikes, and repair services to get you on the trail 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 Bike Hire and Repair Sallins Greenway Greenway Bike Hire Right at the start of the Greenway in Sallins is this bike hire and repair shop and a cafe. The owner is very helpful and very knowledgeable about all things associated with cycling on the Grand Canal. See also https://www.grandcanalgreenwaybikehire.ie/about/ Wheelworx With stores in Naas, Lucan and Dublin, Wheelworx can provide top class maintenance, no hire though. Cahill Cycles Cahill Cycles has provided cycling services in Naas since 1947. They can provide all your parts and servicing needs . No hire though. Patrick A Fleming Patrick A Fleming is in Naas and will provide maintenance services, no hire though. 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

Plan your route with our Tralee - Fenit Greenway maps. Includes an official tourist map, an interactive Google Map of POIs, and a detailed traced route map 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 Maps Tralee - Fenit Greenway Click on the maps for more detail The start of the Tralee to Fenit Greenway in Tralee is opposite the railway station (Casement station) on Oakpark Road.

Find the best cafes, restaurants, and ice cream stops on the Midleton - Youghal Greenway. Perfect for a family break or a quick coffee while you cycle with GreenwayHub. 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 Midleton - Youghal Cafes Discover Midleton Lots of options available in Midleton Priory Coffee Company Situated in the town of Youghal on North Main Street is this coffee shop Youghal Online Lots of options available in Youghal Ivy Lane Coffee Coffee trailer in Killeagh Bikes and Bites On the Main Street is this Snack Bar and Takeaway with Bike Hire Coffee Station A pop up Coffee Station in the village of Mogeely Living Youghal Cafes in Youghal

Find out how to get to the Tralee - Fenit Greenway. View parking locations, bus and rail connections, and see the start and end points via Google Streetview. 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 Travel Tralee - Fenit Greenway There is an intercity mainline rail connection to Tralee and the greenway starts at the railway station, Tralee Info page here . Cyclists who wish to cycle the Killarney Cycle Routes will have a very short train ride to Tralee, see Intercity Rail Map here. For those travelling by car there is paid parking at the railway station in Tralee and also parking at Mounthawk Tralee, see map below. There is also ample parking in Fenit village. Those travelling by bus can use the Expressway service to get to Tralee. However only Bus Eireann services are available between Tralee and Fenit. See the Road section of this website for more details about bus services and carriage of bikes on buses. For those wishing to hire bikes and cycle just one way will need to discuss this with the bike rental company, see Tralee - Fenit Hire and Repair section on this website. Parking at Fenit Harbour