Erne Bridge – Ballyshannon Town Center loop from Laghy

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Erne Bridge – Ballyshannon Town Center loop from Laghy

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Erne Bridge – Ballyshannon Town Center loop from Laghy

03:46

62.5km

470m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

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20.5 km

Castle Caldwell Ruins

Highlight • Castle

Built in the 17th century, Castle Caldwell was part of the Ulster Plantation, a province of Ireland colonised by British settles throughout King James I era. The castle had a …

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Erne Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Great views from the walking/cycle track

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35.9 km

Rory Gallagher Mural

Highlight • Monument

In the Bridgend area, you'll find one of the most impressive visual tributes to guitar legend Rory Gallagher. This large-scale mural was created in 2022 by the talented artist Nik …

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35.9 km

Birthplace of Rory Gallagher

Highlight • Monument

Born in 1948 in Ballyshannon, Rory Gallagher was a renowned Irish blues and rock musician. He recorded many solo albums and also performed in the band Taste, selling over 30 million copies worldwide.

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36.6 km

Ballyshannon Town Center

Highlight • Settlement

Ballyshannon is thought to be the oldest town in Ireland, created by Royal Charter in 1613. Archaeological sites sites discovered in the town date back as far as 4000 and …

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38.6 km

Asseroe Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

A quiet ruin on the edge of Ballyshannon, where the remains of the 12th-century Cistercian abbey still define the shape of the landscape. The low walls, the old floor plan, …

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45.5 km