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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Rothe House & Garden loop from Castlecomer

Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Rothe House & Garden loop from Castlecomer

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Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny – Rothe House & Garden loop from Castlecomer

02:50

65.3km

480m

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: May 27, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 24.8 km for 152 m

After 30.3 km for 81 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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371 m

Castlecomer

Highlight • Settlement

Castlecomer is a quaint village in the north of County Kilkenny. There are some wonderful places to stop and refuel, including the character-filled Lime Tree Cafe located on The Square.

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13.2 km

New Dinin Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Cycle across the wonderful old stone two-arch road bridge dating back to 1840 and enjoy views up and down the Dinin River.

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14.5 km

Ballyrafton Wood

Forest

29.5 km

Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny

Highlight • Religious Site

Very beautiful church, the interior is absolutely to visit ...

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29.6 km

View of Black Abbey Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

There is a path along the side of the river, from where you have the best view of the bridge.

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29.9 km

Explore the original castle grounds, running from Parliament Street back to the original city walls. What is visible from the street only hints at the impressiveness inside! Comprised of three houses with interconnecting courtyards before finally rising to a magnificently restored 0.2 acre garden, Rothe House & Garden is truly a hidden gem!
Take a self-guided tour to explore at leisure, or join a guided tour with one of our knowledgeable guides to uncover the full story.
We invite families to join the fun and offer a scavenger hunt to entertain younger visitors.

Opening hours and admission prices are available here:
rothehouse.com/visit-2

The Rothe House, is a 16th century merchant house. This is where the merchant John Rothe Fitz Piers lived with his wife Rose Archer and their eleven children.

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30.3 km

St. Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower

Highlight • Religious Site

Two huge fires raged in the church, so today it is difficult to determine exactly when the Cathedral of St. Canice was built. The approximately 30 meter high round tower probably dates from the 6th century and is a remnant of the church that originally stood on this site.

The Cathedrale costs admission and the ascent of the tower also costs again. There is a combination ticket. Admission is paid directly in the church, at the cash desk.
I found the price of 6 € just for the church (without the tower) quite expensive and I'm not in. But everyone can decide for themselves.
Here the link:

stcanicescathedral.ie

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44.8 km

Freshford

Highlight • Settlement

Freshford is a small village in County Kilkenny. There are a small number of cafes, restaurants, and bars to visit making it a great stop whilst on your tour.

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44.9 km

Freshford Walking Loop

Highlight • Trail

The Freshford walking loop is a 5.6 km (3.5 mile) waymarked walking loop through the countryside and along the river to the west of Freshford. It's waymarked with purple arrows and includes about 90 m (295 ft) of ascent.

You'll walk through woodland and across fields, on a clear day there are nice views of the Gathabown and the Castlecomer Hills.

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65.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

41.4 km

17.5 km

5.90 km

277 m

261 m

107 m

Surfaces

59.0 km

5.70 km

449 m

136 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (260 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

Weather

Saturday 27 June

18°C

11°C

17 %

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Max wind speed: 28.0 km/h

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Castlecomer

New Dinin Bridge

Dominican Black Abbey, Kilkenny

View of Black Abbey Bridge

Rothe House & Garden

St. Canice’s Cathedral and Round Tower

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