Carlingford – Slieve Foye Summit loop from Carlingford

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Carlingford – Slieve Foye Summit loop from Carlingford

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Carlingford – Slieve Foye Summit loop from Carlingford

03:20

8.32km

570m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 2, 2026

Waypoints

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Parking

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152 m

Carlingford Railway Station

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The former Carlingford Railway Station is a beautifully preserved reminder of the time when the steam train was the lifeblood of the Cooley Peninsula. The station was once an important …

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334 m

This charming seaside town overlooks the Mourne Mountains, whose silhouette rises along the coast of Northern Ireland. Carlingford is very lively at weekends thanks to its many pubs and restaurants, …

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1.14 km

Gate Crossing

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It's a great place to cross the fence!

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1.39 km

View of Carlingford

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3.01 km

Slieve Foye Summit

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Slieve Foy or Slieve Foye is a mountain on the Cooley Peninsula in Louth, Ireland. It rises to 589 metres (1,932 ft), making it the highest of the Cooley Mountains …

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6.50 km

View of Carlingford Lough

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The view is fantastic, it's worth taking a short break here during the climb!

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7.71 km

Carlingford Abbey

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Remains of the medieval Dominican priory on the west side of Carlingford, recognisable by its high, narrow windows and the elongated ruin wing in grey stone. The site lies quietly …

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7.92 km

Carlingford Heritage Centre

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Carlingford Heritage Centre - Churchyard Rd - 0429373454 - carlingfordheritagecentre.com. Housed in a former medieval church restored by volunteers, this cultural centre offers insights into Carlingford's history. It hosts temporary exhibitions and various cultural events.

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8.32 km

End point

Parking

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