Leitrim, a region in the northwest of Ireland, offers a tranquil escape with diverse landscapes ideal for outdoor activities. The area is characterized by its abundant waterways, including the Shannon-Erne Waterway and Lough Allen, alongside rolling hills and mountains like Sliabh an Iarainn. Its unspoiled natural beauty and quiet roads provide a unique setting for several sports like road cycling, touring cycling, and hiking.
Leitrim provides numerous routes for outdoor enthusiasts seeking active experiences. For…
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riders
80.3km
03:30
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

4
riders
87.1km
04:29
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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riders
114km
05:00
1,060m
1,060m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
126km
05:29
1,120m
1,120m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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1
riders
47.1km
02:51
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

32.7km
02:03
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
72.5km
04:20
380m
380m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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riders
44.0km
02:44
430m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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hikers
2.13km
00:34
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
5.22km
01:21
30m
30m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
5.25km
01:23
50m
50m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
Leitrim offers diverse landscapes for road cycling, touring cycling, and hiking. Its quiet roads and trails provide opportunities for various outdoor experiences, emphasizing a 'slow adventure' approach.
Leitrim features quiet country roads with excellent surfaces for road cycling. Routes range from gentle lakeside loops to challenging mountain circuits. Users can explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Leitrim guide.
Leitrim offers diverse cycling routes, including quiet country roads and traffic-free paths like sections of the Shannon Blueway. The Cycling around Leitrim guide provides further details on available options.
Leitrim has a variety of hiking trails, from picturesque wooded walks to longer paths like the Miners Way & Historical Trail. The Hiking around Leitrim guide offers numerous options for different skill levels.
Yes, Leitrim offers easy hiking trails, including picturesque wooded walks to natural attractions like Glencar Waterfall. The Easy hikes around Leitrim guide lists suitable options for less strenuous walks.
The Shannon Blueway provides traffic-free and relatively flat routes suitable for families, such as the 12-mile (20 km) round trip from Leitrim village to Drumshanbo. Electric bikes are also available for hire, making varied terrain more accessible.
Leitrim is home to Glencar Waterfall, Lough Allen, and the Shannon-Erne Waterway. Mountains like Sliabh an Iarainn and the Dartry Mountains also offer scenic views and challenging terrain.
Leitrim features a short 2.5-mile (4 km) coastline, the Acres Lake Floating Boardwalk, and karst landscapes with caves and sinkholes. Glencar Waterfall, associated with W.B. Yeats, is another notable natural landmark.
Leitrim is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 1,200 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the region have an average rating of 4.27 out of 5 stars.
Komoot offers several guides for Leitrim, including Road Cycling Routes around Leitrim, Cycling around Leitrim, and Hiking around Leitrim. There is also a guide for Easy hikes around Leitrim.
The official tourism website for Leitrim is leitrimtourism.com. This resource provides additional information for planning visits and activities in the region.
The telephone number for the Leitrim Tourist Information Office in Carrick-on-Shannon is +353 (0)71 962 0170. This office can provide assistance with local inquiries.

