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The best cycling routes in Kilkenny

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Cycling in Kilkenny is one of the most enjoyable ways to explore more of this part of Ireland. So you can find your perfect Kilkenny 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: November 18, 2025

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1. Kilkenny, Kells Priory & Bennettsbridge loop

38.7km

02:17

210m

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

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2. Graiguenamanagh to Saint Mullins loop via The Barrow Way

15.4km

01:13

150m

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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3. Inistioge & New Ross loop via Woodstock Forest

33.6km

02:17

570m

560m

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

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4. Graiguenamanagh – The Barrow Way loop from Graiguenamanagh

15.6km

01:25

80m

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

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5. Jenkinstown Park – Dunmore Caves loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

26.7km

01:41

230m

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

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6. Low Lane Coffee – Dunmore Caves loop from Ballyfoyle

28.0km

01:45

220m

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

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7. Kilkenny Castle – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

32.4km

01:58

200m

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

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8. Graiguenamanagh loop from Graiguenamanagh

30.5km

02:15

550m

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

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9. Bennettsbridge – Rothe House loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

33.0km

01:56

160m

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

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10. Bennettsbridge – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

27.7km

01:39

140m

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

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The best cycling routes in Kilkenny

1. Kilkenny, Kells Priory & Bennettsbridge loop

2. Graiguenamanagh to Saint Mullins loop via The Barrow Way

3. Inistioge & New Ross loop via Woodstock Forest

4. Graiguenamanagh – The Barrow Way loop from Graiguenamanagh

5. Jenkinstown Park – Dunmore Caves loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

6. Low Lane Coffee – Dunmore Caves loop from Ballyfoyle

7. Kilkenny Castle – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

8. Graiguenamanagh loop from Graiguenamanagh

9. Bennettsbridge – Rothe House loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

10. Bennettsbridge – Kilkenny Castle loop from Kilkenny MacDonagh

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