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Bridge Over the River Liffey – View of Poulaphouca Lake loop from Sallins and Naas

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Ireland

Kildare

Bridge Over the River Liffey – View of Poulaphouca Lake loop from Sallins and Naas

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Bridge Over the River Liffey – View of Poulaphouca Lake loop from Sallins and Naas

04:20

69.8km

710m

Cycling

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

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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876 m

Greenway Bike Hire (Grand Canal)

Highlight • Rest Area

Bike rental, mechanic and coffee. Great place to stop

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12.9 km

Bridge Over the River Liffey

Highlight • Bridge

Quiet bridge over the Liffey, running through the Wicklow Mountains just before it runs into the Poulaphouca Reservoir.

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38.1 km

View of Poulaphouca Lake

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of the biggest man made lakes in Ireland - and a good place to ride a bike. Good roads and some gravel tracks too - hours of fun!

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44.3 km

Valleymount Bridge

Highlight • Natural

Valleymount Bridge was built in the 1930s when the River Liffey was dammed to form Poulaphouca Reservoir, flooding much of the surrounding valley. It links Valleymount with Ballyknockan, carrying a …

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45.4 km

Ballyboys Lodge B&B

Highlight • Rest Area

A great location to stay for a few days. The host Catherine does a wonderful job. Your are very welcome once you step inside. Very friendly and always around if …

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49.7 km

Beach

54.0 km

Blessington is a town located in County Wicklow, situated about 29 kilometres southwest of Dublin. It is known for its scenic surroundings, including Blessington Lake, which is part of the River Liffey's reservoir system.

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69.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

60.8 km

4.98 km

3.43 km

474 m

127 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

67.2 km

2.05 km

387 m

193 m

Elevation

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Highest point (350 m)

Lowest point (80 m)

Weather

Thursday 21 May

19°C

12°C

30 %

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Bridge Over the River Liffey – View of Poulaphouca Lake loop from Sallins and Naas

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Bridge Over the River Liffey

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