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Boyne Obelisk – Obelisk Bridge loop from Drogheda MacBride

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Boyne Obelisk – Obelisk Bridge loop from Drogheda MacBride

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Boyne Obelisk – Obelisk Bridge loop from Drogheda MacBride

01:58

18.9km

110m

Running

Hard run. 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 18, 2026

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After 12.7 km for 174 m

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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840 m

St. Mary's Parish Church, Dingle

Highlight • Religious Site

The construction of St Mary's Church was completed in 1889. It has a very beautiful interior with wall paintings, statues, stained glass windows and mosaics to discover.

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1.61 km

Siena Convent

Highlight • Religious Site

Dominican Contemplative Nuns (Siena Convent, 2022-12-20):
dominicannuns.ie/history.html
“… The next change, as their numbers increased was to Siena Convent, Chord Road where the community lived from 1796 until 1994 when a fire forced another move. …”

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11.6 km

Boyne Obelisk

Highlight • Monument

The Boyne Obelisk, also known as King William's Obelisk, was an obelisk located in Oldbridge, near Drogheda, The obelisk is long gone but it's legend pervades the whole area.

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11.7 km

Obelisk Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The obelisk itself was destroyed in 1923, after the Irish Civil War, but the bridge still retains a link to its history. The monument, also known as King William's Obelisk, …

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12.7 km

Battle of the Boyne (Visitor Centre)

Highlight • Historical Site

In 1690 the troops of King William III met on the Boyne. and King James II on each other. Today you can immerse yourself in the history of the Battle …

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14.0 km

Boyne's Boats on the River Boyne

Highlight • River

The Boyne River Greenway takes you on a peaceful journey through Ireland's history. This beautifully crafted trail follows the winding River Boyne from the lively quays of Drogheda to the …

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15.6 km

Boyne River Greenway

Highlight • Trail

The Boyne River Greenway takes you on a relaxing journey through Ireland's history. This beautifully crafted trail follows the winding River Boyne from the vibrant quays of Drogheda to the …

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17.4 km

View of Four Churches Across the River Boyne

Highlight • Viewpoint

Take a moment to follow the skyline across the River Boyne, where St Peter's Church, St Mary's Church, St Laurence's Church, and St James's Church rise gently above the town. …

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18.9 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.3 km

5.34 km

1.12 km

< 100 m

Surfaces

8.75 km

8.67 km

951 m

551 m

Elevation

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Friday 26 June

22°C

16°C

84 %

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Boyne Obelisk – Obelisk Bridge loop from Drogheda MacBride

St. Mary's Parish Church, Dingle

Siena Convent

Boyne Obelisk

Obelisk Bridge

Battle of the Boyne (Visitor Centre)

Boyne's Boats on the River Boyne

Boyne River Greenway

View of Four Churches Across the River Boyne

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