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Lagan River – Shaw's Bridge loop from Affidea Stadium

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Lagan River – Shaw's Bridge loop from Affidea Stadium

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5.0

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Lagan River – Shaw's Bridge loop from Affidea Stadium

01:24

21.1km

110m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 7.45 km for 96 m

After 17.8 km for 91 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.89 km

Lagan River

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Lagan River, flowing through Belfast, is a vital waterway in Northern Ireland known for its scenic beauty. The river stretches 53.5 miles, winding its way from County Down's Slieve …

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6.01 km

Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Just of the towpath is the Meadows. A really peaceful part of the stretch, especially considering how close it is to the town centre.

This route in the meadow itself …

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6.96 km

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn Coffee Shop

Highlight • River

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn coffee shop is a perfect spot to take a breather and rehydrate and refuel. The coffee shop is situated in a beautiful riverside …

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8.39 km

Shaw's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge is named after Captain John Shaw of Oliver Cromwell's army, who built an oak bridge here in 1655. A stone bridge was built by Thomas Burgh in 1691, …

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15.2 km

Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Located in south Belfast, Lagan Meadows is a beautiful nature reserve comprised of 9 hectares with pasture, meadow and woodland. It's the ideal spot if you're looking for a chance …

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15.2 km

Lagan Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

Great towpath for riding or walking. Lots of dog walkers so be aware going around bends with limited visibility but lots of straights for building up speed after.

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17.8 km

Frost-Covered Plants in Ormeau Park

Highlight • Natural

21.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

3.37 km

3.31 km

1.62 km

967 m

834 m

Surfaces

16.1 km

4.18 km

360 m

311 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 25 June

23°C

17°C

64 %

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Lagan River – Shaw's Bridge loop from Affidea Stadium

Lagan River

Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn Coffee Shop

Shaw's Bridge

Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve

Lagan Towpath

Frost-Covered Plants in Ormeau Park

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