Moderate
3
hikers
Bearna Breac loop from Windgap
02:25
8.73km
160m
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: July 27, 2026
Waypoints
A
Start point
Bus stop
1
89 m
Windgap
Highlight • Settlement
Windgap village, in County Kilkenny, is named after its windy position on a pass between the two hills. It has slate mining heritage and makes a good base for exploring the forest and hills around the area.
Tip by
2
3.46 km
Bearna Breac Loop
Highlight • Trail
The Bearna Breac loop follows forest trails around the woodland. Nice views between the trees.
Tip by
B
8.73 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.55 km
182 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
4.17 km
4.12 km
435 m
< 100 m
Sign up to see more specific route details
Sign up for freeElevation
Nothing selected – click and drag below to see the stats for a specific part of the route.
Sign up to see more specific route details
Sign up for freeWeather
Powered by Foreca
Monday 19 October
13°C
7°C
81 %
Additional weather tips
Max wind speed: 22.0 km/h
to get more detailed weather forecasts along your route
This route was planned by komoot.
Comments
Want to know more?
Sign up for a free komoot account to join the conversation.