The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore
The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore
The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore, a region in County Waterford, Ireland, is characterized by a diverse landscape that supports a wide range of outdoor activities. Its geography includes the Comeragh and Knockmealdown Mountains, a rugged Atlantic coastline featuring areas like the Copper Coast, and tranquil river valleys such as the Blackwater River. These varied terrains offer opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, jogging, and more.
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503
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6.39km
01:43
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.15km
03:05
560m
560m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.18km
01:53
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310m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9.04km
02:59
410m
420m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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94.7km
04:34
810m
810m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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58.2km
02:53
850m
850m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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66.9km
03:34
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940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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112km
05:01
980m
980m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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28.0km
01:46
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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46.1km
03:03
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620m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

41.4km
02:45
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Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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435
riders
35.7km
02:08
270m
270m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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12
runners
6.57km
00:55
220m
220m
Hard run. Good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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6.40km
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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18.3km
01:53
70m
70m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

28
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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43
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35.3km
03:08
700m
700m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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47.2km
04:09
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1,020m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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20.0km
02:01
570m
570m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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28.7km
02:50
710m
710m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore offers a variety of outdoor activities, including Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, Jogging, and Mountain biking. The region features over 300 routes, with an average rating of 4.48 stars from more than 600 ratings.
Popular hiking trails include the Ardmore Cliffs via Ardmore Beach, offering coastal views and historical landmarks. For mountain experiences, Knockmealdown Peak via Sugarloaf Hill provides panoramic views. The Hiking around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore guide provides more options.
The Waterford Greenway is a prominent 29-mile (46-kilometer) off-road cycling and walking trail from Dungarvan to Waterford City. Other options include the 'Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford' for significant elevation gain. More routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore guide.
Yes, family-friendly options include the Ballysaggartmore Towers Loop, featuring unique Gothic follies, and the Mahon Falls Walk to an 80-meter waterfall. The Ardmore Cliffs path is also considered easy. The Easy hikes around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore guide lists additional routes.
The region features the Comeragh and Knockmealdown Mountains, including peaks like Knockmealdown Peak. The Atlantic coastline offers dramatic views, such as at Ardmore Cliffs and the Copper Coast. Notable landmarks include Ardmore Round Tower, Ballysaggartmore Towers, and Lismore Castle.
Joggers can utilize the Waterford Greenway, a flat and accessible trail. Other routes include 'The Vee to Bay Lough loop' in the Knockmealdown Mountains and the 'Dysert Church loop from Ardmore' along the coast. The Running Trails around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore guide offers more options.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore, Road Cycling Routes around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore, and Running Trails around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore. There are also guides for easy hikes, waterfall hikes, and MTB trails.
The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore is a popular destination, with more than 7,000 visitors having explored routes in the region. There are over 300 routes available, with an average rating of 4.48 stars from more than 600 user ratings.
Yes, the Mahon Falls Walk in the Comeragh Mountains leads to an 80-meter waterfall. This trail is considered family-friendly. Additional waterfall hikes can be found in the Waterfall hikes around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore guide.
The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore is part of Waterford City and County Council. The official website for the council is waterfordcouncil.ie. The general phone number for the council is +353761102020.
The region offers options for mountain biking. One dedicated MTB route is available. For more information, consult the MTB Trails around The Municipal District of Dungarvan — Lismore guide.
The terrain varies from challenging mountainous areas in the Comeragh and Knockmealdown Mountains to tranquil coastal paths and serene woodlands. River valleys like Glenshelane and Colligan also offer diverse walking environments.

