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Kinvara Bay – Dunguaire Castle loop from Clarinbridge ED

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Kinvara Bay – Dunguaire Castle loop from Clarinbridge ED

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Kinvara Bay – Dunguaire Castle loop from Clarinbridge ED

04:33

78.5km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 9, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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3.14 km

Kilcogan Castle

Highlight • Castle

Privately owned and rented as holiday accommodation, Kilcogan was originally built in the 11th century and updated later in the 18th century. Although its not possible to visit the castle, you can glance through the gateway as you whizz by.

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13.9 km

Kinvara Bay

Highlight • Lake

Kinvara Bay is one of the most picturesque inlets of Galway Bay, where the deep blue water meets the grey limestone of The Burren. The centerpiece is the iconic Dunguaire …

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24.3 km

Linnane's Lobster Bar

Highlight • Restaurant

Great place to start or end the loop, not cheap but one of the best seafood restaurants in the country.

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28.0 km

Lough Murree

Highlight • Lake

5

29.8 km

View Through Martello Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

6

39.9 km

View of Muckinish West Tower House

Highlight • Castle

A ruined castle in an atmospheric location. Views over the water to Finavarra make this a stop to take a photo moment. The castle itself is fenced off as it …

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44.1 km

The Soda Parlour

Highlight • Cafe

Good stop for Coffee, cake and sandwiches

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65.4 km

Dunguaire Castle

Highlight • Castle

This is a very beautiful 16th century tower house

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78.5 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

50.4 km

19.7 km

8.12 km

294 m

Surfaces

72.5 km

5.74 km

294 m

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