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Silver Strand Beach – Keane's Bar loop from Galway Ceannt

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Silver Strand Beach – Keane's Bar loop from Galway Ceannt

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Silver Strand Beach – Keane's Bar loop from Galway Ceannt

06:10

106km

570m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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803 m

Salmon Weir Bridge

Viewpoint

6.63 km

Coillte Loch Roisín

Forest

8.00 km

The South Wood

Forest

9.27 km

Silver Strand Beach

Highlight • Beach

With great views of Galway Bay and a beautiful sandy beach, Silver Strand is worth a short detour on your ride. An added bonus, there are public toilets in the car park.

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42.7 km

Lough Hasvnaghaneekyne

Lake

56.2 km

Keane's Bar

Highlight • Pub

A lovely little pub in Maam.

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74.9 km

Glengowla Mines

Highlight • Historical Site

Glengowla mine opened in 1851 and was active until 1865 for the excavation of mostly silver and lead. It is now open to visitors and provides an interesting insight into …

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78.2 km

Oughterard, known as the "Gateway to Connemara," offers stunning views of Lough Corrib and easy access to the beautiful Connemara region. Visit the historic Aughnanure Castle and enjoy the local pubs, and charming accommodations for a true Irish village experience.

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78.5 km

Bookshop & Garden Café

Highlight • Cafe

You can take your bike through to the garden. Great craic and food.

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93.2 km

Maigh Cuilinn

Highlight • Settlement

Maigh Cuilinn is a village near Galway, offering easy access to the scenic Connemara region and attractions like Moycullen Castle and the village’s vibrant GAA culture.

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106 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

72.6 km

31.9 km

915 m

722 m

109 m

Surfaces

103 km

2.99 km

247 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Silver Strand Beach – Keane's Bar loop from Galway Ceannt

Silver Strand Beach

Keane's Bar

Glengowla Mines

Oughterard

Bookshop & Garden Café

Maigh Cuilinn

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