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Barrow River loop from Leighlinbridge

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Barrow River loop from Leighlinbridge

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Barrow River loop from Leighlinbridge

02:06

8.14km

40m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 20, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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146 m

Leighlinbridge

Highlight • Settlement

Leighlinbridge is a wonderful small town on the River Barrow. The focal point is its 14th-century valerian bearded bridge that spans over the river in the centre of town, holding the title of one of the oldest working bridges in Europe.

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3.11 km

Stretch along the Barrow Way

Highlight • Trail

Enjoy this short section where the route dips onto The Barrow Way and visits Rathellen Lock. This section between Leighlinbridge and Bagenalstown is particularly beautiful so consider stopping for a break and relaxing by the river.

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8.14 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.00 km

3.03 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

3.70 km

2.92 km

1.32 km

152 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Saturday 4 July

24°C

14°C

13 %

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