Drumhirk is a rural townland situated between Ballygowan and Comber in County Down, Northern Ireland. This region is characterized by its picturesque rolling trails that traverse barley fields, offering expansive views of the surrounding countryside. Natural features such as Strangford Lough provide diverse landscapes, while ancient trees and woodlands contribute to the area's natural charm. The varied terrain in Drumhirk makes it suitable for several sports like jogging, hiking, touring cycling, road cycling, gravel biking, and mountain biking.
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3.5
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Average rating
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3.5
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34
hikers
6.08km
01:45
140m
140m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
hikers
3.47km
00:59
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.0
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12
hikers
12.5km
03:23
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11
hikers
4.98km
01:18
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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28
runners
7.55km
00:49
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
5.24km
00:33
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.16km
00:26
40m
40m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

41
runners
13.8km
01:27
110m
110m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
137km
05:46
1,050m
1,050m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5
riders
53.7km
02:41
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
33.6km
01:26
200m
200m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

6
riders
80.3km
04:05
970m
970m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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52.8km
03:24
570m
570m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

160km
09:53
1,350m
1,350m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
82.0km
04:51
480m
480m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
13.5km
01:06
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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27
riders
93.5km
06:48
1,150m
1,150m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

19
riders
90.6km
06:35
1,200m
1,200m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
12.5km
01:07
170m
170m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
Drumhirk offers various outdoor activities including Jogging, Hiking, Touring cycling, Road cycling, Gravel biking, and Mountain biking. The region features rolling trails, barley fields, and views of Strangford Lough.
Drumhirk is a rural townland situated in County Down, Northern Ireland, positioned between Ballygowan and Comber. It is known for its blend of natural beauty and historical significance.
Drumhirk offers hiking trails ranging from easy paths to more challenging routes with natural surfaces and elevation changes. More information can be found in the Hiking around Drumhirk guide.
Drumhirk provides a range of cycling routes, including well-asphalted roads for touring and road cycling, and paths with gravel sections for gravel biking. Explore options in the Cycling around Drumhirk guide.
Drumhirk features scenic paths through the countryside suitable for jogging. Specific options are detailed in the Running Trails around Drumhirk guide.
Drumhirk offers easy routes suitable for beginners across various activities. For hiking, consider the Easy hikes around Drumhirk guide. Cycling routes also include easy, well-asphalted roads.
Notable natural features in Drumhirk include Strangford Lough, which offers picturesque vistas and is a designated 'Dark Skies' area. The area also has rolling trails through barley fields and ancient trees, such as a sprawling Horse Chestnut.
Historical landmarks near Drumhirk include the Nendrum Monastery Ruins and the 16th-century Enniskillen Castle. The 18th-century Neo-classical mansion Castle Coole is also set within extensive wooded estates in the region.
Drumhirk offers mountain biking trails with varying terrain. Details on these routes can be found in the MTB Trails around Drumhirk guide.
Drumhirk routes have been explored by more than 1,000 visitors on komoot. The routes collectively hold an average rating of 3.74 out of 5 stars, based on over 50 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Drumhirk, including Running Trails around Drumhirk, Hiking around Drumhirk, and Cycling around Drumhirk. There are also guides for specific sports like gravel biking and MTB.
Drumhirk features road cycling routes, often on well-asphalted roads suitable for various fitness levels. Specific routes are highlighted in the Road Cycling Routes around Drumhirk guide.

