Ballygroll, a region in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland, is characterized by its distinctive landscape, featuring a high, sandy ridge that hosts an ancient Prehistoric Complex. This area offers a unique blend of historical exploration and outdoor activity, with terrain that includes relatively flat or gently rolling trails, some areas covered by peat, and ancient stone field walls. It provides opportunities for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, hiking, and jogging, set within a historically rich environment.
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riders
38.6km
01:55
420m
420m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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136km
06:29
1,520m
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Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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83.6km
03:27
400m
400m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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165km
07:43
1,950m
1,950m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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84.5km
05:25
920m
920m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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31
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25.9km
01:35
130m
130m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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19.5km
01:13
90m
90m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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28.8km
01:51
260m
260m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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223
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8.48km
02:20
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3.57km
00:58
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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17
runners
8.78km
00:55
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
16.7km
01:46
200m
200m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5.65km
00:35
10m
10m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.2km
01:10
90m
90m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballygroll is known for its Prehistoric Complex, an 11-acre site on a sandy ridge featuring ancient monuments from the Neolithic period to the Late Bronze Age. It offers a unique combination of historical exploration and outdoor activity within County Londonderry, Northern Ireland.
Ballygroll offers opportunities for hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and jogging. The region provides diverse terrain, from relatively flat trails around historical sites to more varied routes in the wider County Londonderry area.
Yes, Ballygroll features easy walking trails, particularly around the Prehistoric Complex, allowing exploration of ancient monuments. For more options, refer to the Hiking around Ballygroll guide.
The Ballygroll Prehistoric Complex contains numerous ancient monuments, including small round cairns, 6 stone circles, wedge-tombs, and a court-tomb. Stone field walls, possibly from the Iron Age, and barrows are also present.
While Ballygroll itself is a base, the wider County Londonderry area offers excellent road cycling opportunities. Routes range from coastal roads to challenging climbs. Cyclists can find detailed information in the Road Cycling Routes around Ballygroll guide.
Ballygroll is situated in a region recognized for touring cycling, with quiet roads and diverse terrain. Information on suitable routes can be found in the Cycling around Ballygroll guide.
Yes, Ballygroll offers paths suitable for jogging, with options for various skill levels. The Running Trails around Ballygroll guide provides more specific route details.
Yes, the trails around the Ballygroll Prehistoric Complex are described as easy walks, suitable for all fitness levels. Additional easy options are available in the Easy hikes around Ballygroll guide.
Ballygroll is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 3,000 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.32 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballygroll, including Road Cycling Routes around Ballygroll, Cycling around Ballygroll, Hiking around Ballygroll, Easy hikes around Ballygroll, and Running Trails around Ballygroll.
The terrain in Ballygroll includes a high, sandy ridge and areas partly covered by peat. Trails around the Prehistoric Complex are relatively flat or gently rolling, suitable for various activities and fitness levels.
Yes, Ballygroll's location within County Londonderry makes it a suitable base for exploring the region's diverse cycling routes. Northern Ireland offers varied terrain, from coastal paths to more challenging climbs, accessible from the area.

