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Northern Ireland

Muff – View of Malin Head loop from BBC Radio Foyle

Road cycling routes

Northern Ireland

Muff – View of Malin Head loop from BBC Radio Foyle

Moderate

5.0

(1)

40

riders

Muff – View of Malin Head loop from BBC Radio Foyle

02:28

58.0km

450m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

6.95 km

Muff

Highlight • Settlement

Muff, derived from the Irish word 'Magh' (meaning 'plain') is a village near the mouth of the River Foyle as it converges into Lough Foyle. It's close to the border separating the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Tip by

2

7.13 km

View of Malin Head

Highlight • Viewpoint

Great views of Malin head from the pretty village of Muff. The roads around the town are very pleasant also.

Tip by

3

43.0 km

Fast scenic road

Highlight • Cycleway

There is plenty to see whilst cycling along this great quality road including the White Strand, Lough Swilly and Inch Island.

Tip by

4

44.8 km

Fahan Cross Slab

Highlight • Historical Site

This elaborately carved cross-slab is thought to be from the 7th-8th century CE. The slab is thought to mark the grave of St Mura (550-645).

Tip by

5

49.7 km

The Foot Inn

Highlight • Pub

Burnfoot is the ideal starting place for a hike up to Scalp Mountain. On your return, why not stop for refreshments at The Foot Inn.

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B

58.0 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

54.8 km

2.09 km

839 m

320 m

Surfaces

56.7 km

1.21 km

< 100 m

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Wednesday 7 October

16°C

5°C

98 %

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