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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – View of Dundalk Bay loop from Dundalk Clarke

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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – View of Dundalk Bay loop from Dundalk Clarke

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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – View of Dundalk Bay loop from Dundalk Clarke

04:09

72.2km

300m

Cycling

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

Last updated: June 17, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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12.5 km

Bellingham Castle Gatehouse

Highlight • Castle

Upon entering the village of Castlebellingham, you are welcomed by the impressive gatehouse of Bellingham Castle. This robust, castle-like structure with its battlements and characteristic arched gateway forms the historic …

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43.5 km

Beach

44.0 km

Port Beach

Highlight • Beach

Port Beach is a beautiful expanse of golden sand. There is a lifeguard during swimming months, so having a dip in the sea is highly advised.

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49.8 km

Irish Garden Statues

Highlight • Structure

54.8 km

View of Dundalk Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

Looking east from this road you have fantastic views of the sparkling waters of Dundalk Bay. Keep your eyes peeled for the 50,000 waterbirds that come here for winter.

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70.6 km

The Photographer’s Vision

Highlight • Structure

On Bachelor’s Walk in Dundalk, Omin painted a powerful mural of a photographer observing the street through his lens. Below him, mini-figures march on elephants, a surreal detail that blends …

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70.7 km

Dundalk Courthouse

Highlight • Monument

Dundalk Courthouse (1819) is one of the finest examples of the Greek Revival style in Ireland. The building is directly inspired by the Temple of Hephaestus (formerly Temple of Theseus) …

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70.8 km

FRIZ – Maritime Echoes

Highlight • Monument

On the facade next to the Town Council, you can admire the impressive mural The Arctic Fox, created by the artist Friz. This artwork brings to life the Dundalk-born explorer …

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71.0 km

Saint Patrick's Pro-Cathedral, Dundalk

Highlight • Religious Site

In the heart of Dundalk stands the stately St Patrick’s Pro-Cathedral, an architectural masterpiece built in the 19th century. The design is directly inspired by the famous King’s College Chapel …

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72.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

68.9 km

2.71 km

601 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

68.3 km

3.72 km

132 m

129 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 6 July

23°C

13°C

0 %

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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – View of Dundalk Bay loop from Dundalk Clarke

Bellingham Castle Gatehouse

Port Beach

Irish Garden Statues

View of Dundalk Bay

The Photographer’s Vision

Dundalk Courthouse

FRIZ – Maritime Echoes

Saint Patrick's Pro-Cathedral, Dundalk

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