Hore Abbey & Rock of Cashel – Bridge Castle loop from Thurles

Hore Abbey & Rock of Cashel – Bridge Castle loop from Thurles

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Hore Abbey & Rock of Cashel – Bridge Castle loop from Thurles

03:31

83.5km

510m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 16, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

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Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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37.8 km

Annacarty RIC Barracks

Highlight • Historical Site

This impressive two story barracks was built around 1820 and burnt out in 1922 during the Civil War.

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42.7 km

Dundrum

Highlight • Settlement

Dundrum is a quiet village located approximately 14 kilometres (9 mi) northwest of Cashel at the junction of the R505 and R661 roads, featuring the notable Dundrum House Hotel and …

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59.6 km

Hore Abbey & Rock of Cashel

Highlight • Historical Site

To the west of this point you can see Hore Abbey, Irelands last medieval Cistercian monastery which was founded in 1272. The Abbey was originally a Benedictine monastery, however in …

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59.8 km

Path from Rock of Cashel to Hore Abbey

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The Sheep Pasture Walk is the most scenic and shortest route from the Rock of Cashel to Hore Abbey. You can enjoy a fantastic view of both highlights and have …

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59.8 km

Views toward the Rock of Cashel

Highlight • Viewpoint

Feast your eyes on the mighty iconic Rock of Cashel on this stretch of running. As well as being magnificent to look at, the rock has a huge historic significance. …

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82.1 km

Bridge Castle

Highlight • Castle

This medieval castle is located in the heart of Thurles and is thought to have been built as early as 1453. It sits on the edge of the River Suir and remains one of Thurles' most prominent features

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82.5 km

Thurles Castle

Highlight • Castle

There is nothing left of walls that enclosed the town, or of the manor known as Durlas Castle and later the Croak Castle on the west end of the town. …

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83.5 km

End point

Train Station

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