Listowel Castle – Desmond Hall loop from Newcastle West

Listowel Castle – Desmond Hall loop from Newcastle West

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Listowel Castle – Desmond Hall loop from Newcastle West

03:16

79.0km

460m

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: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 10.8 km for 219 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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10.9 km

Barnagh Greenway Stop (Platform 22)

Highlight • Cafe

Cafe, and bike rental. At the top of the climb, but on the other side of the road. Confusing, but continue 1 kilometre (0.6 ft) past the peak of the …

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11.7 km

Barnagh Station, Tunnel and Viewing Area

Highlight • Viewpoint

This part of the Limerick Greenway features the interesting 115 meter long Barnagh Tunnel and the old Barnagh Railway Station which at 160 metres above sea level has fantastic views …

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15.5 km

Limerick Greenway (Abbeyfeale to Templeglantine)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Limerick Greenway follows the historic Limerick to Kerry railway line, providing a smooth traffic-free experience for cyclists, walkers and joggers.

This section links the town of Abbeyfeale with the …

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40.0 km

Listowel Castle

Highlight • Castle

On the River Fearle, Listowel is a historical market town with a literary heritage. Listowel Castle was built in the 15th century and open to the public as a national monument.

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40.7 km

Listowel Town Park

Highlight • Structure

A lovely small multi-use park that offers an array of amenities for all ages, and ideal for quiet walks and cycling.

There's an 18-hole Pitch & Putt golf course, children’s playground, tennis courts, rugby and football pitches.

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64.8 km

Limerick Greenway (Templeglantine to Barnagh)

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Limerick Greenway offers a seamless, traffic-free experience for cyclists, walkers, and joggers, tracing the path of the historic Limerick to Kerry railway line.

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78.3 km

Desmond Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

A banqueting hall, Desmond Hall dates from the 13th century, but with most of the building work being from the 15th. The oak musicians gallery is particularly impressive and has been well restored. The hall is open to the public.

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79.0 km

End point

Bus stop

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