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Vartry Reservoir – Smooth Rural Road loop from Vartry Reservoir Lower

Vartry Reservoir – Smooth Rural Road loop from Vartry Reservoir Lower

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Vartry Reservoir – Smooth Rural Road loop from Vartry Reservoir Lower

00:33

11.4km

120m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

Last updated: May 27, 2026

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132 m

Vartry Reservoir

Highlight • Lake

This reservoir was formed between 1862 and 1868 by constructing a dam across the river Vartry. Around the reservoir is plenty of thriving wildlife, flora and mountain views to take in.

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5.54 km

Smooth Rural Road

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

road surface was renewed in May 2025, great joy now

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11.4 km

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.3 km

Surfaces

7.49 km

3.84 km

Elevation

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Highest point (290 m)

Lowest point (210 m)

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Friday 17 July

21°C

11°C

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Vartry Reservoir – Smooth Rural Road loop from Vartry Reservoir Lower

Vartry Reservoir

Smooth Rural Road

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