The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick
The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick
The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick, a region in County Laois, Ireland, offers diverse landscapes for outdoor pursuits. The area is characterized by the ancient Slieve Bloom Mountains, which provide varied terrain from challenging mountain trails to scenic routes. This geography supports several sports like hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and more, making The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick a destination for exploring the outdoors.
78
Routes
4.5
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Average rating
1397
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4.7
(29)
117
hikers
8.81km
02:32
220m
220m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.0
(6)
35
hikers
4.99km
01:25
110m
110m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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18
hikers
6.32km
01:42
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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16
hikers
1.76km
00:34
80m
80m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
39.6km
03:45
650m
650m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
56.5km
04:42
1,140m
1,140m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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12
riders
30.0km
02:11
560m
560m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
riders
10.6km
00:49
220m
220m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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1
riders
43.2km
02:04
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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9
riders
43.1km
02:01
530m
530m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

11
riders
32.0km
01:21
150m
150m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

5.0
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9
riders
39.1km
01:43
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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1
riders
66.4km
03:58
260m
260m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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188
riders
28.6km
02:51
630m
630m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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72
riders
22.2km
02:08
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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33
riders
24.4km
02:31
580m
580m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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66.8km
04:12
210m
210m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

64.0km
03:46
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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175
riders
27.1km
02:50
580m
580m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

59
riders
39.9km
04:03
890m
890m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
4.52km
00:28
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
runners
7.93km
00:49
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
6.25km
00:41
80m
80m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

4
runners
9.55km
01:00
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, touring cycling, mountain biking, road cycling, and jogging. The region features over 70 routes for these sports. More than 4,500 visitors have explored these routes.
The region is dominated by the Slieve Bloom Mountains, which are among Europe's oldest mountain ranges. These mountains provide diverse landscapes for outdoor activities, from challenging trails to scenic cultural heritage routes. The highest point is Arderin, at 527m.
Yes, the region offers 22 hiking routes, ranging from easy walks to more demanding trails. Popular options include the Glenbarrow Loop and the ascent to Arderin. More information can be found in the Hiking around The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick guide.
The Slieve Bloom Mountains are known for cycling, catering to touring, mountain, and road cyclists. There are 31 road cycling routes, 4 touring cycling routes, and 2 mountain biking routes. Explore options in the Cycling around The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick guide.
Yes, the region provides easy hikes suitable for families and short excursions. These trails offer a chance to experience the natural beauty without requiring extensive fitness. Consult the Easy hikes around The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick guide for specific routes.
Key attractions include Arderin, the highest peak at 1,729 feet (527 m), and the Glenbarrow Loop, featuring the Clamp Hole Waterfall. The Scenic View from Capard in the Slieve Bloom Mountains also provides extensive vistas. The Slieve Bloom Mountain Nature Reserve offers a viewing platform at the Ridge of Capard.
The Slieve Bloom Mountains offer mountain biking tracks suitable for various skill levels. There are 2 dedicated mountain biking routes in the region. Further details are available in the MTB Trails around The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick guide.
The region is popular among outdoor enthusiasts, with more than 4,500 visitors having explored its routes. The 71 available routes have an average rating of 4.56 out of 5 stars, based on over 450 ratings.
Yes, the Glenbarrow Loop features the Clamp Hole Waterfall, known for its unique stone formations. This area offers serene spots and multiple loop walks. Specific waterfall hikes can be found in the Waterfall hikes around The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick guide.
Komoot offers several guides for the region, including Hiking, Cycling, Easy hikes, MTB Trails, Road Cycling Routes, Waterfall hikes, and Running Trails.
The highest point in the region, and in both County Laois and County Offaly, is Arderin. This peak stands at 1,729 feet (527 m) within the Slieve Bloom Mountain Range. It offers panoramic views across the surrounding landscape.
The Municipal District of Borris-in-Ossory — Mountmellick operates as a local electoral area within Laois County Council. The official website for Laois County Council is laois.ie. The general phone number for Laois County Council is +353 57 866 4000.

