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Kinnegad & The Royal Canal Greenway loop from Mullingar — County Westmeath

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Westmeath

Kinnegad & The Royal Canal Greenway loop from Mullingar — County Westmeath

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Kinnegad & The Royal Canal Greenway loop from Mullingar — County Westmeath

04:23

72.9km

190m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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432 m

Mullingar

Highlight • Settlement

Mullingar is a beautiful town in County Westmeath with lots to explore. You can recover from your run by indulging in some culture by visiting the wonderful Cathedral of Christ King or Belvedare House & Gardens, or you could join the locals in one of the many great pubs and restaurants including the very popular Danny Byrnes pub.

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4.12 km

Kilpatrick Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Wonderful single-arched bridge that spans over the Royal Canal. The bridge was built in 1806 and is a fine example of the architectual heritage of Westmeath.

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14.8 km

Lough Ennell

Highlight • Lake

Head off the main road down the track to reach the beautiful waters of Lough Ennell. Surrounded by trees with swans swimming by, it makes a lovely spot to stop for a picnic.

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52.6 km

Royal Canal Greenway

Highlight • Cycleway

The charming Royal Canal Greenway is a super scenic 130km towpath going right across central Ireland. It is a level towpath so ideal for walkers, runners and cyclists alike.

Starting in lovely Maynooth, it follows the 200 year old canal through charming enclaves as Enfield, Mullingar all the way to Longford. On the way there are cafés, picnic spots and more attractions to shake a stick at. There are charming rustic landscapes, lush rolling Irish countryside, quaint canal side villages, working locks and historic landmarks dotted all along your way.

To travel all along its length is a stunning stunning way to see Ireland!

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72.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.1 km

23.3 km

3.66 km

1.69 km

159 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

39.4 km

17.3 km

12.4 km

3.65 km

189 m

Elevation

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Friday 17 July

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