Cave Hill – Belfast Castle loop from Belfast Castle

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Cave Hill – Belfast Castle loop from Belfast Castle

Moderate

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Cave Hill – Belfast Castle loop from Belfast Castle

01:12

11.5km

330m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 3, 2026

Tips

Includes very steep uphill segments

You may need to push your bike.

After 2.13 km for 404 m

After 4.76 km for 245 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.45 km

Belfast Castle and Gardens

Highlight • Restaurant

Belfast Castle sits at the foot of Cave Hill and is one of the most iconic locations to view the stunning skyline of Belfast City

Built in the 1860s, the …

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5.84 km

View of Belfast Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

A very beautiful and wide view over the port of Belfast

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6.19 km

Napoleon's Nose

Highlight • Natural Monument

Napolean's Nose is a cliff-edge that is said to resemble the profile of the famous emperor Napolean. See if you can spot the similiarity as you jog by.

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6.32 km

View of the Valley

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A nice look back

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6.32 km

Enjoy views up to the terrific Cavehill, a rocky elevation marked by basalt cliffs and caves. Look closley and see if you can spot 'Napolean's Nose', a tall cliff that resembles the profile of the great empire Napolean.

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9.88 km

Belfast Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Magnificent castle built in the 1860s and one of the city's most famous landmarks. The castle is situated on the lower slopes of the Cave Hill Country Park and is …

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11.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.61 km

2.87 km

2.77 km

276 m

Surfaces

7.81 km