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Barnagh Tunnel – Desmond Hall loop from Newcastle West

Barnagh Tunnel – Desmond Hall loop from Newcastle West

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5.0

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Barnagh Tunnel – Desmond Hall loop from Newcastle West

03:14

79.0km

450m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

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Start point

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1.75 km

Limerick Greenway (Barnagh to Newcastle West)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Limerick Greenway traces the path of the historical Limerick to Kerry railway line offering a smooth and scenic traffic-free path for cyclists and walkers.

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11.5 km

Barnagh Tunnel

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The Barnagh Tunnel spans over 300 foot (100 m) in length, featuring rock-cut approaches at both ends, serving as a remarkable testament to the advanced engineering prowess of the 19th century.

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11.9 km

Barnagh Station, Tunnel and Viewing Area

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If coming from Rathkeale side you will see it on the other side of the road. Keep cycling, you turn at the tunnel a few hundred metres after the top of the climb

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15.7 km

Limerick Greenway (Abbeyfeale to Templeglantine)

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The Limerick Greenway follows the historic Limerick to Kerry railway line, providing a smooth traffic-free experience for cyclists, walkers and joggers.

This section links the town of Abbeyfeale with the …

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40.2 km

Listowel Castle

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On the River Fearle, Listowel is a historical market town with a literary heritage. Listowel Castle was built in the 15th century and open to the public as a national monument.

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64.4 km

Limerick Greenway (Templeglantine to Barnagh)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Limerick Greenway offers a seamless, traffic-free experience for cyclists, walkers, and joggers, tracing the path of the historic Limerick to Kerry railway line.

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78.0 km

Desmond Hall

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A banqueting hall, Desmond Hall dates from the 13th century, but with most of the building work being from the 15th. The oak musicians gallery is particularly impressive and has been well restored. The hall is open to the public.

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78.5 km

Newcastle West

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Newcastle West lies in the heart of Munsters great Golden Vale. The town has a history as a Desmond stronghold which has seen many wars and conquests. The town has …

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79.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

72.8 km

5.24 km

491 m

450 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

77.7 km

678 m

379 m

305 m

Elevation

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

Weather

Monday 18 May

13°C

9°C

93 %

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Limerick Greenway (Barnagh to Newcastle West)

Barnagh Tunnel

Barnagh Station, Tunnel and Viewing Area

Limerick Greenway (Abbeyfeale to Templeglantine)

Listowel Castle

Limerick Greenway (Templeglantine to Barnagh)

Desmond Hall

Newcastle West

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