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Newgrange Passage Tomb – Boyne River Greenway loop from Slane

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Newgrange Passage Tomb – Boyne River Greenway loop from Slane

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Newgrange Passage Tomb – Boyne River Greenway loop from Slane

02:19

37.5km

310m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 13.9 km for 224 m

After 19.3 km for 60 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.27 km

Knowth Passage Tomb and Megalithic Art

Highlight • Historical Site

Knowth (Irish: Cnobha) is part of the Brú-na-Bóinne complex, a large collection of prehistoric megalithic structures near Donore in the Boyne Valley. It consists of the main mound and around 20 smaller satellite structures, which are located about 1.0 km northwest of Newgrange and 2.0 km west of Dowth. The main mound is larger than almost all of Ireland's megalithic structures.

The complex is probably older than Newgrange, which is dated to around 3,150 BC. The main mound contains a structure with a widened, bent chamber (western grave) and a cross chamber, the chamber ceiling of which consists of a false vault (eastern grave). In addition, the main mound, known as Knowth 1, contains numerous younger graves, as well as several medieval basements.
Knowth has many decorated wall stones in the corridors and chambers of the main mound

- de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knowth
- en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knowth

I was in Newgrange and Knowth in 1994. Back then I could drive to Newgrange, park my bike right at the entrance to the complex and buy a ticket in a small house for a small amount of money - very easy.

By 2017 that was no longer possible - just drive there.

There was a visitor center, located south of Newgrange - with a lot of entrance fees and bus transfers to Newgrange and Knowth.

It is possible to book just Newgrange or just Knowth - or both together.

Everything was planned out - small groups and a tour every half hour...
I got a sticker on my jacket - it told me when it was my turn and which bus I had to get on...

When I arrived in Newgrange - then the same thing happened - small groups - clearly organized who was next when...
The bus transfer to Knowth too - my group was given 10 minutes to walk around the site on their own - the bus then drove on.

Knowth has turned out great - the whole thing has been beautifully restored!

In 1994 Knowth was still a construction site - there was nothing to see.

Here too, unfortunately, I only had a short time to walk around on my own - the bus was already ready for the return journey to the visitor center...

But it was nice! I'll definitely come back!

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Newgrange Passage Tomb

Highlight • Historical Site

We already booked our tickets on the day that concerns the max time to pre-book and only got a few free slots left. Newgrange is well worth seeing, together with Knowth one of the oldest witnesses here in Ireland. In addition, an important indication of how many % of the Irish population are related to the inhabitants of that time.

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13.1 km

Obelisk Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The obelisk itself was destroyed in 1923, after the Irish Civil War, but the bridge still retains a link to its history. The monument, also known as King William's Obelisk, was built to commemorate William of Orange's victory at the Battle of the Boyne over King James II.

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13.7 km

Oldbridge Estate Farmhouses

Highlight • Historical Site

currachs built by Ross van Boyne's Boats. Along the banks of the River Boyne at Oldbridge, you can admire the special currachs, traditional Irish boats that are handcrafted here by Ross van Boyne Boats. These unique vessels – with their distinctive wooden frame and stretched skin – are directly linked to the ancient history of the river. Ross uses his expertise not only to build these boats but also to let visitors experience the river as the inhabitants did back in the Stone Age. If you get the chance to see them on the water, you will witness a beautiful piece of craftsmanship that connects the Boyne Valley to its distant past.

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15.1 km

River Boyne Lock Gate

Highlight • River

This historic lock, officially the Oldbridge Sealock but locally known as Tiernan’s Lock, marks the beginning of the canal section of the Boyne Navigation. It is the only lock on the route that is directly influenced by the river's tide. The robust limestone walls and the associated lock keeper's cottage form a beautiful ensemble of 18th-century hydraulic engineering. For cyclists, this is an iconic point on the Greenway: here you exchange the view of the wide river for the tranquil, green setting of the towpath. An atmospheric place where the history of inland navigation is still tangible.

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16.1 km

Pathway to the River at Oldbridge

Highlight • Trail

Beautiful Oldbridge on the The Boyne Greenway

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16.7 km

Boyne River Greenway

Highlight • Trail

The Boyne River Greenway takes you on a relaxing journey through Ireland's history. This beautifully crafted trail follows the winding River Boyne from the vibrant quays of Drogheda to the historic fields of Oldbridge. You'll cycle through a landscape of lush woodlands and rolling riverbanks, far from traffic. Along the way, you'll pass information boards that tell the story of the legendary Battle of the Boyne. Whether you come for the nature, the fresh air, or the unique heritage of the Boyne Valley; this green artery offers a relaxing and inspiring experience for every cyclist.

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30.1 km

Currach Footbridge

Highlight • Bridge

Footbridge over the Boyne Navigation near the Currach Centre. The towpath west of here is very nice for a walk but to continue east you'll have to use a section of road.

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36.7 km

Slane Flour Mill Harbour

Lake

37.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.7 km

6.54 km

5.26 km

1.28 km

749 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

35.1 km

1.09 km

757 m

594 m

Elevation

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Wednesday 15 July

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Knowth Passage Tomb and Megalithic Art

Newgrange Passage Tomb

Obelisk Bridge

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