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King John's Castle – Dockers Monument loop from University of Limerick

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King John's Castle – Dockers Monument loop from University of Limerick

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King John's Castle – Dockers Monument loop from University of Limerick

03:46

14.7km

60m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Bus stop

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5.20 km

The Locke Bar

Highlight • Pub

The multi-award winning Locke Bar is picturesquely situated in the heart of Limerick City's medieval quarter, where the Abbey River meets the Shannon. The beautiful riverside location with a hugely …

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5.25 km

Mathew Bridge (Abbey River)

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National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (Mathew Bridge, 2025-08-03):
buildingsofireland.ie/buildings-search/building/21513015/mathew-bridge-limerick-limerick
“Reg No 21513015 ...”

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5.85 km

King John's Castle

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King John's Castle (Irish: Caisleán Luimnigh) also known as Limerick Castle is a 13th-century castle located on King's Island in Limerick, Ireland, next to the River Shannon. Although the site …

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6.03 km

Treaty stone

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The Treaty Stone is the rock on which the Treaty of Limerick was signed in 1691, marking the city's surrender to William of Orange.

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7.28 km

View of the Limerick waterfront from Shannon Bridge

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From the bridge you have a good view of the waterfront of Limerick. Especially recommended in the evening.

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7.34 km

Irish Merchant Navy and Fishing Fleets Memorial

Highlight • Monument

From Capt. E. K. Donnelly, 1986.

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7.53 km

Dockers Monument

Highlight • Monument

Skuptur by Mike Duhan, 2010

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8.32 km

The Hunt Museum

Highlight • Historical Site

The museum in the former customs house houses an exceptional private collection of art and antiques

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14.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.34 km

3.53 km

1.51 km

185 m

157 m

Surfaces

8.16 km

5.64 km

615 m

305 m

< 100 m

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