Athlone Castle – Athlone Town Bridge loop from Ireland

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Ireland

Westmeath

Athlone Castle – Athlone Town Bridge loop from Ireland

Easy

3.7

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Athlone Castle – Athlone Town Bridge loop from Ireland

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3.20km

10m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 8, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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572 m

Athlone Castle

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Viewed today, it still retains elements of the 1210 castle along with various additions and alterations made in response to advances in warfare.

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677 m

Athlone Town Bridge

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I would say that is the Athlone Town Bridge. The current bridge from 1844 replaced the old bridge. The latter was the first to be built over the Shannon and …

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795 m

Bacchus Statue

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A beautiful bronze sculpture with the face of Bacchus. Vines adorn his head.

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882 m

Athlone

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Athlone lies in the heart of Ireland and, at the same time, on the banks of the mighty River Shannon. It's no wonder, then, that it has long attracted the …

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926 m

St. Mary's Church of Ireland, Athlone

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Today's St. Mary's Church of Ireland is situated within the medieval city walls on a hilltop. There was a church on this site before the Reformation. The church was described …

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1.59 km

The parking lot in front of the shopping center is actually only for customers. You can still park for a stroll through the city. Only those who want to park longer than the opening hours should get a parking ticket.

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1.90 km

View of the Shannon Weir and Athlone Castle from Burgess Park

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A nice place to relax right on the water

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2.75 km

Bastion Kitchen, Athlone

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A nice cafe with fresh products.
Fresh and healthy food, as well as local products, can be bought here or ordered online and picked up in store.
Open Monday to Saturday from 9am to 4.30am

bastionkitchen.online

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3.20 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

1.31 km

915 m

727 m

253 m

Surfaces