Moll's Gap – Muckross Abbey loop from Killarney

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Ireland

Munster

Kerry

Moll's Gap – Muckross Abbey loop from Killarney

Hard

4.8

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108

riders

Moll's Gap – Muckross Abbey loop from Killarney

03:45

55.3km

750m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 7, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 41.8 km for 284 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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4.77 km

Muckross Abbey and its Ancient Yew Tree

Highlight • Religious Site

The ruins of the Franciscan monastery Muckross Abbey (also Muckross Friary, Irish Mainistir Locha Léin) from the 15th century are in the middle of the Killarney National Park not far …

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9.65 km

Muckross Lake

Highlight • Lake

Muckross Lake, located in Killarney National Park in County Kerry, is a stunning glacial lake surrounded by forests and mountains. It offers breathtaking views of the iconic Muckross House and the surrounding peaks of the Macgillycuddy's Reeks.

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13.1 km

Stunning views

Highlight • Viewpoint

If you stop on your way and let your eyes wander, you will feel the tranquility of the place, only interrupted by the occasional call of a bird. The landscape …

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17.7 km

Ladies View

Highlight • Viewpoint

This breathtaking viewpoint is situated in the heart of Killarney National Park. The noble ladies from back in the days of Queen Victoria already liked it so much that they …

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20.2 km

Looscaunagh Lough

Lake

23.8 km

Moll's Gap

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Stop once, take a deep breath and enjoy the amazing view. Then follows a fun descent as a reward for each altitude difference, which you have mastered before zovor.

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39.6 km