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Rossmore Castle Ruins – Roddy Den Drum Sculpture loop from Monaghan

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Monaghan

Rossmore Castle Ruins – Roddy Den Drum Sculpture loop from Monaghan

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Rossmore Castle Ruins – Roddy Den Drum Sculpture loop from Monaghan

01:25

12.8km

140m

Running

Moderate run. 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

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605 m

Monaghan Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Monaghan lies in the far north of the Republic of Ireland, close to the border with Northern Ireland. It is the county town of County Monaghan and even though it's …

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5.41 km

Rossmore Castle Ruins

Highlight • Castle

In the centre of the park, the remains of the old Castle is an interesting point to add to your adventure.

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5.89 km

Roddy Den Drum Sculpture

Highlight • Monument

Roddy den Drum looms at an impressive 10m tall. It is said he created all the lakes in Rossmore Forest Park with his hands.

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7.11 km

Priestfield Lake

Highlight • Lake

Trail loops around this charming lake in Rossmore Forest Park. Mixed terrain but could be busy.

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11.9 km

Ulster Canal Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A charming path along the Ulster Canal Greenway. The best way to get out of the city to head over Rossmore Forest Park.

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12.1 km

The Ulster Canal Greenway is now a lovely traffic free way to travel about Monaghan, but there are many reminders of its historic past. The Canal Stores are now a sports hall for the St Louis Convent School.

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12.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.26 km

3.83 km

1.43 km

269 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.64 km

3.22 km

1.58 km

364 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

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Weather

Friday 29 May

17°C

11°C

96 %

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