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Kilkenny Castle – Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden loop from Kilkenny

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Kilkenny

Kilkenny Castle – Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden loop from Kilkenny

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Kilkenny Castle – Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden loop from Kilkenny

04:36

17.8km

90m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 7, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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11.6 km

Green's Bridge over the River Nore

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Nice for a walk away from the hustle and bustle

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12.6 km

Kilkenny Castle

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Good things come to those who wait: Kilkenny Castle took 800 years to build and the result is truly magnificent. The first stone for the fortified castle was laid in …

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12.6 km

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

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Nice little park in front of the castle with a large staircase and a fountain. All flowers and plants are meticulously cared for.

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12.9 km

View of River Nore

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Super nice view over to the other bank with cafe and up to the bridge.

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13.0 km

Canal Walk Side Gate to Kilkenny Castle Park

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The side gate that links Canal Walk to Kilkenny Castle Park is a convenient passage that seamlessly connects two distinct but harmonious worlds. On one side, you have the tranquil …

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16.7 km

Kilkenny's Shee Alms House is a historical gem that whispers tales of compassion and community. Nestled within the heart of this charming city, the Shee Alms House has been a silent witness to centuries of change.

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16.9 km

Medieval Mile Museum Kilkenny

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Kilkenny's Medieval Mile Museum is a captivating journey through time, transporting visitors to the heart of the city's rich and vibrant history. Housed in a beautifully restored 13th-century church, this museum is a treasure trove of Ireland's medieval heritage.

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17.0 km

The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

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A striking sight is "The Tholsel", Kilkenny's Rauthaus. The building (1761) is more than 300 years old and after a fire in the 80's it was carefully renovated.
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17.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.99 km

3.33 km

2.58 km

1.84 km

1.41 km

670 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

4.41 km

668 m

305 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 6 May

15°C

7°C

19 %

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Kilkenny Castle – Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden loop from Kilkenny

Green's Bridge over the River Nore

Kilkenny Castle

Kilkenny Castle Rose Garden

View of River Nore

Canal Walk Side Gate to Kilkenny Castle Park

Shee Alms House

Medieval Mile Museum Kilkenny

The Tholsel, Kilkenny Town Hall

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