Blackrock Castle – The English Market loop from Coolflugh

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Ireland

Munster

Cork

Blackrock Castle – The English Market loop from Coolflugh

Moderate

5.0

(3)

riders

Blackrock Castle – The English Market loop from Coolflugh

02:27

41.7km

190m

Cycling

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

Last updated: October 8, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 28.9 km for 145 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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National Monument

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The National Monument Grand Parade was erected to commemorate the Irish Patriots who died during the period 1798 - 1867. Located in Cork City centre on an area where the …

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Blackrock Village

Highlight • Settlement

Nice place near the water. There are many cafes and great pubs for a break

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Blackrock Castle

Highlight • Castle

The exhibition can be visited, there is also a as nice cafe/restaurant.

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20.5 km

A straight, functional riverside section on the former Crosshaven Railway line. The fixed path width, straight alignment and open views of Lough Mahon make this a technically clear part of the Cork Harbour Greenway.

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20.9 km

Cuppa Joe's mobile coffee shop

Highlight • Cafe

Serving great coffee, tea, drinks and snacks from the converted horsebox just off the Black Rock Castle walkway.

Open Thursday - Sunday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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22.1 km

Old Bridge on the Cork Harbour Greenway

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A compact, functional railway bridge on the former route of the Crosshaven Railway. The low stone abutments, the narrow span, and the straight alignment of the path clearly show the original track geometry

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29.0 km