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Monkstown Wood – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Belfast Grand Central

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Monkstown Wood – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Belfast Grand Central

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Monkstown Wood – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Belfast Grand Central

05:36

89.6km

790m

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: May 16, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 0 m for 214 m

After 1.57 km for 83 m

After 60.9 km for 56 m

After 89.5 km for 214 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.61 km

Garden of Remembrance, Falls Road

Highlight • Monument

The Garden of Remembrance (Irish: An Gairdín Cuimhneacháin) is a memorial garden in Belfast, Northern Ireland, dedicated to members of the Irish Republican Army killed during the Northern Ireland conflict, as well as civilians and deceased former prisoners. It is located on the Falls Road, which was historically a predominantly Irish Republican area during the conflict (source: Wikipedia).

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7.75 km

Belfast Castle and Gardens

Highlight • Restaurant

Belfast Castle sits at the foot of Cave Hill and is one of the most iconic locations to view the stunning skyline of Belfast City

Built in the 1860s, the estate remains a perfect location for locals and tourists to explore the surrounding natural woodland, parkland and gardens. It’s also home to the Cave Hill Adventurous Playground, archaeological sites, a visitor information centre, eco trails and orienteering routes.

It also contains both parkland and mature mixed woodland and is home to many different species of wildlife, including long-eared owls, sparrowhawks and Belfast’s rarest plant, the town hall clock.

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9.72 km

Throne Wood

Forest

16.0 km

Monkstown Wood

Highlight • Structure

Shared usage gravel paths through beaut woodlands, well worth a visit

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23.9 km

Woodburn River

Lake

25.1 km

Carrickfergus Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Carrickfergus Castle is a well-preserved medieval fortress overlooking Belfast Lough. Built in the 12th century, it stands as a historic icon, showcasing impressive architecture and giving you a glimpse into Ireland's past.

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47.8 km

Browns Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful cove and beach. Great views of the Antrim hills and over to Scotland.

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62.8 km

View of Whitehead Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

75.7 km

Beach with View of Bangor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice little beach for a stop off. Not far from Belfast and with a good view across to Bangor.

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79.4 km

Turret

Fort

87.7 km

The Dub Tea Rooms

Highlight • Other

Crossing the Lagan over the Lagan Weir in Belfast gives you, as a cyclist, an interesting perspective of the river and the city. The bridge, which runs between the Queen Elizabeth Bridge and the M3 Harbour Bridge, is not only functional, but also part of a larger riverside development project. Before the Weir opened in 1994, the river was highly exposed to the tides. At low tide, the muddy banks dried out and gave off a rather unpleasant smell, especially in summer.

Today, the Weir ensures that the river remains even and the waterfront area has become much more attractive - an important step for urban development in this area. The pedestrian bridge over the Weir provides a direct connection between the two sides of the Lagan and offers you great views over the water and the Belfast skyline.

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89.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.8 km

21.9 km

21.7 km

10.8 km

1.09 km

423 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

78.9 km

7.55 km

1.41 km

1.31 km

525 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 27 May

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Monkstown Wood – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Belfast Grand Central

Garden of Remembrance, Falls Road

Belfast Castle and Gardens

Monkstown Wood

Carrickfergus Castle

Browns Bay Beach

View of Whitehead Lighthouse

Beach with View of Bangor

The Dub Tea Rooms

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