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The best cycling routes in Down

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Cycling in Down is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Northern Ireland. So you can find your perfect Down bike ride, we’ve reviewed our full collection of cycling routes in the region to deliver the best. Just click on each route to see a full breakdown of detailed information including elevation profiles and surface analyses, and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other members of the komoot community.

Last updated: December 4, 2025

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1. Slievenaman loop from Newcastle - Mournes

55.3km

03:43

710m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Kilclief to Ardglass Harbour loop —Strangford & Lecale

29.2km

01:46

150m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. The Newcastle / Lough Island Reavy route loop ( Route 1 ) — Mourne

37.8km

02:25

470m

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. St John's Point Lighthouse loop from Newcastle

62.2km

03:51

360m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Newcastle to Clough Castle loop — Mourne

32.5km

02:03

310m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Delamont to Ardglass Harbour loop

51.7km

03:05

340m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Twelve Arches to Tollymore Forest Park loop — Mourne

16.3km

00:58

90m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Saint John's Point loop from Downpatrick — Strangford & Lecale

62.8km

03:46

440m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. Saintfield to Tullynakill Church loop — Strangford & Lecale

34.6km

02:03

220m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Delamont Country Park loop from Ballynahinch – Strangford & Lecale

56.7km

03:26

440m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best cycling routes in Down

1. Slievenaman loop from Newcastle - Mournes

2. Kilclief to Ardglass Harbour loop —Strangford & Lecale

3. The Newcastle / Lough Island Reavy route loop ( Route 1 ) — Mourne

4. St John's Point Lighthouse loop from Newcastle

5. Newcastle to Clough Castle loop — Mourne

6. Delamont to Ardglass Harbour loop

7. Twelve Arches to Tollymore Forest Park loop — Mourne

8. Saint John's Point loop from Downpatrick — Strangford & Lecale

9. Saintfield to Tullynakill Church loop — Strangford & Lecale

10. Delamont Country Park loop from Ballynahinch – Strangford & Lecale

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