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Killorglin town and the River Laune
Road cycling
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(32)
Cycling
5.0
(3)
Gravel riding
5.0
(1)
Hiking
5.0
(1)
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Natalie
January 25, 2023
Road cycling
Killorglin is famous for it's annual Puck Fair. Held in August, it begins with the crowning of a goat King which is now commemorated by a statue on the banks of the River Laune. As the first stop on the Ring of Kerry, there are plenty of places to eat and drink in the town.
Willem VS
May 12, 2026
Cycling
Killorglin, beautifully situated on a hill on the banks of the salmon-rich River Laune, is often called the "gateway" to the Ring of Kerry. The town is known worldwide for …
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Mary Budenbender
June 1, 2019
Road cycling
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Killorglin town and the River Laune
50
riders
81.3km
04:25
980m
980m
Cycle the difficult 50.5-mile Gap of Dunloe & Ballaghbeama Gap loop from Killorglin, gaining 3227 feet over two iconic passes.
Hard
5.0
(1)
38
riders
171km
07:27
1,490m
1,490m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
Hard
3
riders
39.6km
02:07
470m
470m
Cycle the moderate 24.6-mile Lough Caragh loop from Killorglin, gaining 1547 feet with views of the lake and MacGillycuddy's Reeks.
Moderate
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Elevation 10 m
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