Tips
Willem VS
June 7, 2026
Cycling
Long, flat canal path that slowly leaves the city behind. From the Docks, the path is initially straight and urban along brick quayside walls, locks, and straight water lines. After Kilmainham it becomes quieter: wide grassy strips, low bridges, and long, straight stretches of towpath where the canal draws a silent line through west Dublin.
Showing Translation•
David Tilly
October 20, 2023
Cycling
Only place in Dublin to avoid traffic. Mountain bike required.
JSW67
April 13, 2025
Cycling
Good warm up cycle along canal path
In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!
Nearby routes
Best routes near Grand Canal: Docks to Naas Road
3.3
(3)
40
riders
37.1km
02:11
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Moderate
4.6
(5)
37
riders
38.3km
02:15
130m
130m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Moderate
5.0
(1)
20
riders
77.4km
04:52
790m
790m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces.
Hard
Details
Informations
Elevation 50 m
Weather
Powered by Foreca
Today
Thursday 12 November
8°C
-1°C
-- %
Additional weather tips
It’s going to be cold. Wrap up warm and watch out for ice.
Most visited during
January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December