Newry Canal Towpath – Warrenpoint Shore Road loop from Newry

Newry Canal Towpath – Warrenpoint Shore Road loop from Newry

Moderate

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Newry Canal Towpath – Warrenpoint Shore Road loop from Newry

02:27

59.1km

330m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 21.3 km for 17 m

After 28.4 km for 5 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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11.2 km

Pound Wood

Forest

18.7 km

Newry Canal Towpath

Highlight • Historical Site

Quiet canal section south of Poyntzpass, where the towpath runs tightly along the narrow water. The bank is lightly overgrown with low trees and hedges, giving the stretch an intimate, …

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20.3 km

Goragh Wood

Forest

27.6 km

Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark

Highlight • Natural

41.4 km

View of Carlingford Lough

Highlight • Lake

43.2 km

The Church Licensed Café & Bistro

Highlight • Cafe

Plenty of parking for bikes. Breakfast Menu until 10.00 to 12.00

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43.4 km

Fairy Glen

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful spot and great meet up point if you’re setting off from Rostrevor.

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43.7 km

Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Highlight • Natural

46.4 km

Warrenpoint Shore Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful stretch of road along the bay from/to Warrenpoint. Great sea views across the bay and some nice stoney beaches if you want to take a break.

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58.4 km

Newry Ship Canal Fountain

Highlight • Monument

A stroll along the Newry Ship Canal is like a relaxing trip into the maritime history of this city. The gentle rippling of the water accompanies you as you walk …

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