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Graiguenamanagh – Rothe House & Garden loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

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Graiguenamanagh – Rothe House & Garden loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

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Graiguenamanagh – Rothe House & Garden loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

05:05

84.1km

680m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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926 m

Viewpoint

1.69 km

Kilkenny Castle

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The city has a lot to offer. Castle from 1195, Saint Cainnech Cathedral and Dominican Monastery Black Abbey, both from the 13th century. Then there is also the Rothe House, …

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3.50 km

Kilkenny Old Town

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A beautiful medieval old town with a castle.

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3.91 km

Kilkenny Castle

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Kilkenny is a beautiful medieval old town with a castle, which is definitely worth a visit.

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10.6 km

Bennettesbridge is a picturesque village situated on the River Nora in County Kilkenny. It's a creative hub homing several pottery and crafts producers and there are some great B&Bs, pubs, and restaurants to discover.

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26.3 km

Goresbridge Stone Bridge

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There are plenty of places to get refreshments: next to the old stone bridge, or in the nearby town itself. A perfect stop when walking the Barrow Way.

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39.0 km

Graiguenamanagh

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Graiguenamanagh is a pretty town on the Barrow River. Located at the base of Brandon Hill, County Kilkenny's highest mountain, it is home to the medieval Duiske Abbey.

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82.7 km

Rothe House & Garden

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Explore the original castle grounds, running from Parliament Street back to the original city walls. What is visible from the street only hints at the impressiveness inside! Comprised of three …

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84.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

72.1 km

8.43 km

2.63 km

493 m

392 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

82.8 km

679 m

403 m

246 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (240 m)

Lowest point (10 m)

Weather

Thursday 25 June

24°C

17°C

30 %

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Graiguenamanagh – Rothe House & Garden loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

Kilkenny Castle

Kilkenny Old Town

Kilkenny Castle

Bennettsbridge

Goresbridge Stone Bridge

Graiguenamanagh

Rothe House & Garden

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