リスダフ周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ20

ニューリー運河の牽引路は、ポートダウンとニューリーの街を結ぶ、ほぼ完全に車が通行できない32キロメートルの緑の回廊です。この道は、1742年にティロン県から海へ石炭を輸送するために開通した、イギリス諸島で最も古い運河の牽引路に沿っています。ニューリー運河の牽引路は、アーマー県とダウン県の静かな中心部を通り抜ける、比類なきサイクリング体験を提供します。ナショナル・サイクリング・ネットワーク・ルート9の一部であるこの歴史的なルートは、14の記念碑的な閘門と特徴的な水門管理人の家を通り過ぎる、平坦で大部分が舗装された道を進みます。水路に沿って進むと、鬱蒼とした森と開けた牧草地が交互に現れる変化に富んだ風景を横切り、途中にはスカーヴァやポインツパスのような親しみやすい村々を通過します。この道は野生生物の楽園であり、葦の茂みの近くに生息するカワセミ、白鳥、カワウソに目を光らせてください。32キロメートル全行程を自転車で走るか、一部だけを探索するかに関わらず、産業の歴史と自然の美しさが組み合わさったこの場所は、アイルランドのサイクリングルートの絶対的な宝石の一つです。

On the cycle path between Newry and Portadown, the gentle idyll of Northern Ireland unfolds in all its splendor. The route winds its way past lush green meadows where cows graze peacefully, through a wonderfully quiet landscape. The gentle rise and fall of the fields, the vastness of the sky and the gentle rustling of the wind create a unique atmosphere of relaxation. Here you can let your gaze wander into the distance while the path runs picturesquely between fields and hedges. A perfect place to let your bike roll and unwind.

Camlough Lake is picturesquely nestled between the rolling hills of Slieve Gullion and the Ring of Gullion. Cycling along the narrow roads on the shore, you immediately feel the tranquility that emanates from the long stretch of water. The lake stretches for more than two kilometers and seems like a narrow, silent crack in the landscape - a peaceful place to take a short break or let your gaze wander over the water. I decided to take a little detour and cycled a little closer to the shore on a path. The water was almost still and reflected the range of hills that rise in the background. It may be a paradise for fishermen, but cyclists also enjoy the special atmosphere. The roads around the lake are not very busy and you can cycle in a relaxed manner without having to constantly pay attention to the traffic. One small criticism: some of the access roads are not well signposted, but if you look around a bit, you'll surely find a good place to get to the shore and enjoy the scenery.

The Carlingford Lough Greenway has a special atmosphere as you walk along this section of Newry. With the Newry Ship Canal to your left and the Newry River to your right, you're in the middle of two worlds. The calm waters of the canal reflect the sky, making the surroundings seem almost like a backdrop, while the riverbank on the other side is lush with greenery and wild flowers. The narrow path takes you past flowering gorse and you can smell the scent of the vegetation in the air. It's a route that has its charms in every season, whether it's clear skies or when grey clouds hang low and make the water seem almost mystical. The Greenway is perfect for a leisurely stroll or a leisurely bike ride, enjoying being close to nature - an ideal place to clear your head.

The site can trace its roots back to the 6th century when a monastery for nuns was founded by St. Moninna. The ruins of the two joined churches that can still be seen date from the 11th and the 15th century. Look for the large slab which is said to be St Moninna's grave.

This is an impressive section of the Carlingford Lough Greenway as you arrive in Newry. The feeling is incredible as you walk along a path where on one side you have the Newry Ship Canal, and on the other, the Newry River.

Here, many centuries ago, St. Moninna sought a place of peace and worship in the late 5th century and founded an early Christian community. Although no buildings remain from their time - for they were made of wood, a testament to their humble existence - the ground itself tells stories of a bygone era. As the wind blows through the grasses, one can almost hear the echoes of prayers and chants that once echoed in these hallowed halls. The visible evidence of history are the ruins of two churches. The West Church, built in the 11th century, bears the traces of a time of deep faith and cultural change. A few steps further rises the Eastern Church from the 15th century, a silent witness to the late medieval period, which was marked by religious and social changes. The monastery founded here functioned not only as a spiritual place, but also as a center of learning and community. Founded in 517 AD by St Moninna, it gained a reputation as one of the most important nunneries in medieval Ireland. It became a beacon of knowledge and devotion in a time often marked by turmoil and uncertainty.

Beautiful path surrounded by water on both sides. Incredible way to get into Newry.