Newry Canal Path – Newry Canal Towpath loop from Loughbrickland

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Newry Canal Path – Newry Canal Towpath loop from Loughbrickland

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Newry Canal Path – Newry Canal Towpath loop from Loughbrickland

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43.1km

210m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 21.6 km for 209 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.17 km

Scarva Pillbox

Highlight • Historical Site

The thick concrete walls and roof of this World War Two defensive pillbox still stand intact at the entrance to Scarvagh House overlooking the Co. Down village of Scarva. Photo taken on 10th September 2016.

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5.40 km

Scarva Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Village on the Newry cycle path. There is also a Scarva pilbox - one of many left over from the 2nd World War. Worth seeking out if you've got the time.

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7.45 km

Newry Canal Path

Highlight • River

This largely flat and completely traffic-free path winds through the heart of counties Armagh and Down, along the tranquil waterway that once formed the lifeline for transporting coal to the …

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12.3 km

Crack Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Crack Bridge, also known as Fearon’s Bridge, is one of the most characteristic stone arch bridges over the Newry Canal. This historic structure is located on a beautiful, secluded …

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12.4 km

Newry Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

A very flat and reasonably scenic cycle from Newry to Portadown and back. A round trip of about 18 miles. Cycling along the route of the old Newry Canal you …

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19.8 km

Lock Keeper's Cottage Ruins

Highlight • Structure

Between the rustling trees along the Newry Canal Towpath, you'll encounter the tranquil ruin of a lock keeper's cottage. Once, this was the proud and bustling heart of the waterway, …

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26.0 km

Newry Canal Towpath

Highlight • Historical Site

Quiet canal section south of Poyntzpass, where the towpath runs tightly along the narrow water. The bank is lightly overgrown with low trees and hedges, giving the stretch an intimate, …

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35.5 km

Acton Lake Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Along the route of the historic Newry Canal, you'll find the Acton Lake Visitor Centre, beautifully situated on the banks of the tranquil Lough Shark. This lake, a remnant from …

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43.1 km

End point

Bus stop

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