The Gap of Dunloe (Irish: Bearna an Choimín) is a narrow mountain pass between the Macgillycuddy's Reeks mountain range to the west and the Purple Mountain (Irish: An Sliabh Corcra) …

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November 6, 2024

Cycling

The journey through this gorge is a special adventure, where you will repeatedly pass by "lost places" - abandoned paths, mystical corners and old, overgrown fences that tell of times gone by. The silence here is overwhelming, only occasionally interrupted by the gentle rustling of the wind or the bleating of sheep. It is a place that makes you feel far away from the modern world - perfect for anyone who wants to experience nature in its wildest form.

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1. Wishing Bridge (Gap of Dunloe) – Black Lake (Gap of Dunloe) loop from Killarney

32.6km

01:56

190m

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

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2. Top of the Gap of Dunloe – Wishing Bridge (Gap of Dunloe) loop from Kenmare

89.5km

05:47

1,110m

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

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3. Wishing Bridge (Gap of Dunloe) – Summit of the Gap of Dunloe loop from Killarney

94.8km

05:56

970m

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

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Elevation 120 m

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Monday 2 March

11°C

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23 %

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Max wind speed: 18.0 km/h

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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View of the Gap of Dunloe

1. Wishing Bridge (Gap of Dunloe) – Black Lake (Gap of Dunloe) loop from Killarney

2. Top of the Gap of Dunloe – Wishing Bridge (Gap of Dunloe) loop from Kenmare

3. Wishing Bridge (Gap of Dunloe) – Summit of the Gap of Dunloe loop from Killarney

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