Ballyminetragh, a townland situated in County Down, Northern Ireland, offers access to a diverse landscape well-suited for outdoor pursuits. Its location near the coastal city of Bangor and the wider Ards and North Down area provides a mix of coastal scenery, rolling countryside, and proximity to forest parks. This region supports several sports like touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and hiking.
Ballyminetragh and its surrounding areas provide numerous routes for outdoor activities. For those interested…
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riders
106km
06:18
480m
470m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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32.5km
02:02
220m
220m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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30.5km
01:48
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

30.0km
01:45
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150m
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
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27.1km
01:09
120m
120m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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124
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73.3km
03:09
320m
320m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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49.1km
02:03
230m
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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65
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38.5km
01:33
190m
190m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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31
hikers
8.13km
02:06
40m
40m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.75km
01:13
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20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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14.1km
03:37
60m
60m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.29km
01:06
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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16
runners
6.80km
00:42
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.4km
01:11
70m
70m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6.06km
00:38
30m
30m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

10
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballyminetragh and its surrounding areas offer a variety of outdoor activities. These include touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and hiking. The region features diverse landscapes from coastal paths to rolling countryside.
Yes, the area around Ballyminetragh is well-suited for touring cycling, featuring well-paved roads and scenic countryside views. Explore available routes in the Cycling around Ballyminetragh guide. These routes cater to various preferences and skill levels.
The region near Ballyminetragh, particularly around Bangor, offers numerous road cycling routes. An example is a 16.9-mile (27.1 km) loop from Bangor to Ballycopeland Windmill. More options are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Ballyminetragh guide.
The Ballyminetragh area provides access to diverse hiking trails, ranging from coastal paths to forest trails. Notable spots in the wider region include Tollymore Forest Park and the Castle Ward Coastal Path. Find more options in the Hiking around Ballyminetragh guide.
Yes, the region offers several easy hiking options suitable for various fitness levels. Examples include the gentle Riverside Trail in Tollymore Forest Park and the Slieve Croob Transmitter Road Walk. Consult the Easy hikes around Ballyminetragh guide for more details.
Yes, the Ballyminetragh area provides various routes suitable for jogging and running. These trails traverse diverse landscapes, including coastal areas and parks. Explore available options in the Running Trails around Ballyminetragh guide.
Ballyminetragh is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 7,000 visitors sharing their experiences. Routes in the area have received an average rating of 4.61 out of 5 stars. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among outdoor enthusiasts.
The area around Ballyminetragh features significant natural beauty, including dramatic coastlines along the Irish Sea and picturesque loughs like Strangford Lough. Inland, visitors can find rolling countryside and abundant forests such as Crawfordsburn Country Park. The Ards Peninsula, with its 115 miles of coastline, is also accessible.
The region's well-maintained roads and scenic, often gentle, routes make it suitable for family cycling. Many touring and road cycling routes can be adapted for family outings. Specific family-friendly options can be found by exploring the various cycling guides for the area.
For local insights, maps, and advice, contact the Bangor Visitor Information Centre. Their official website is www.visitardsandnorthdown.com, and they can be reached by phone at +44 (0) 28 9127 0069. The centre provides comprehensive visitor assistance for the wider Ards and North Down Borough.
Komoot offers several guides for the Ballyminetragh area to help plan outdoor adventures. These include guides for Cycling around Ballyminetragh, Road Cycling Routes around Ballyminetragh, Running Trails around Ballyminetragh, Hiking around Ballyminetragh, and Easy hikes around Ballyminetragh.

