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Blessington Lake – Poulaphouca Reservoir Loop loop from Leixlip Louisa Bridge

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Ireland
Kildare

Blessington Lake – Poulaphouca Reservoir Loop loop from Leixlip Louisa Bridge

Moderate

37

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Blessington Lake – Poulaphouca Reservoir Loop loop from Leixlip Louisa Bridge

04:05

90.5km

800m

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: September 24, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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198 m

Louisa Bridge, Leixlip

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Leixlip Louisa Bridge stands as an iconic and historic landmark that spans the River Liffey, connecting the town of Leixlip and its rich heritage. 🌉🏞️

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2

11.2 km

Charming village

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Quiet place for cycling

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3

44.8 km

Blessington Lake

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Surely one of the most spectacular artificial lakes in the region. Roads around it are usually very quiet and spot minimum car traffic, which makes it a prime destination for cyclists.

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51.0 km

This bridge crossing Blessington Lake gives lovely panoramic views.

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5

59.7 km

Crafternoon Tea Café

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Excellent Coffee and Cakea

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6

59.9 km

Poulaphouca Reservoir Loop

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I like the roads around these lakes. Good tsrmac, not too much traffic, gentle hills and beautiful landscape.

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90.5 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

82.7 km

5.98 km

1.56 km

138 m

129 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

79.9 km

10.4 km

148 m

< 100 m

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Highest point (340 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Monday 12 October

18°C

10°C

36 %

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