ベナー周辺のアトラクション＆必見スポット - トップ20

ニューリーの街を離れるとすぐに、カーリングフォード・ラフ・グリーンウェイとしても知られるアン・ベラフ・グラスで静寂へと向かって自転車を漕ぎます。この平坦で完璧に舗装された道は、運河の岸辺に沿って続き、途中、干潟の壮大な景色を眺めることができます。そこでは、数多くの渉禽類や、時には迷子のアザラシを見かけることもあります。このルートはまさに感覚的な体験です。潮風があなたを迎え、山々がますます近づいてくるように感じられます。この区間の絶対的な終点は、1850年から続く印象的な閘門施設である歴史的なビクトリア・ロックで、運河からカーリングフォード・ラフの開けた水域への移行を示しています。旅を海岸へと続ける前に、少し風にあたり、海のダイナミズムを楽しむのに最適な場所です。

ニューリー運河の遊歩道沿いのざわめく木々の中には、静かな水門番小屋の遺跡があります。かつて、ここは水路の誇り高く賑やかな中心であり、水門番が通過する艀のために運河の重い木製の扉を操作するために昼夜を問わず待機していました。今日では、頑丈な石壁だけが残っており、ゆっくりと自然に覆われています。

The well-signposted mountain bike trails take you through dense forests and offer breathtaking views of Carlingford Lough and the Mourne Mountains. The descent from the Cloughmore Stone, a huge boulder that was transported here during the last ice age, is a particular highlight. However, some sections are technical and require a certain level of riding technique. The trails can become slippery in wet weather, so caution is advised. Another plus point is the proximity to the charming village of Rostrevor, where you can relax in one of the cafes after the tour.

There is something enchanted about this old, dilapidated stone hut - as if it were whispering stories of times gone by, when the canal was still full of life and the lock keepers worked here day and night. The walls, overgrown with greenery and moss, show how nature is slowly reclaiming its place. The building itself is only a ruin, but that is precisely what makes it somehow interesting. The mixture of broken brickwork and wild growth has something melancholic about it that fits perfectly into the tranquility of the surroundings. Right next to it there is a small rest area with a bench - ideal for stopping for a moment and taking in the atmosphere.

There’s heaps to do when you visit Kilbroney park so bring a picnic, kids, dogs, bikes, walking boots and enjoy the day. Start at the Visitor Centre and learn about the forest and extraordinary Cloughmore Stone. There are tennis courts, play area, sports fields, an arboretum, walking and bike trails in the forest. Fiddler’s Green was once used for local entertainment and festivals.

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.

A lovely small clearing with a few picnic tables and the Yellow Water river running beside it. The small car park is a good place to leave the car for one of the many walks in this area.

There's riverside walks, including the Fairy Glen and Narnia Trail, and an arboretum. The two mile forest path showcases panoramic views over the beautiful Carlingford Lough. There is also a Play Park with children's play area and tennis courts, an Information area and a cafe.