Newry Canal Towpath – Newry Canal Path loop from 167-175 Newry Road

Newry Canal Towpath – Newry Canal Path loop from 167-175 Newry Road

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Newry Canal Towpath – Newry Canal Path loop from 167-175 Newry Road

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31.8km

350m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Mourne Gullion Strangford UNESCO Global Geopark

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15.6 km

Newry Canal Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

A very flat and reasonably scenic cycle from Newry to Portadown and back. A round trip of about 18 miles. Cycling along the route of the old Newry Canal you …

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15.7 km

Crack Bridge

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The Crack Bridge, also known as Fearon’s Bridge, is one of the most characteristic stone arch bridges over the Newry Canal. This historic structure is located on a beautiful, secluded …

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20.5 km

Newry Canal Path

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This largely flat and completely traffic-free path winds through the heart of counties Armagh and Down, along the tranquil waterway that once formed the lifeline for transporting coal to the …

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22.6 km

Scarva Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Village on the Newry cycle path. There is also a Scarva pilbox - one of many left over from the 2nd World War. Worth seeking out if you've got the time.

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22.8 km

Lottie's Café

Highlight • Cafe

quick service with plenty of space

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24.2 km

The thick concrete walls and roof of this World War Two defensive pillbox still stand intact at the entrance to Scarvagh House overlooking the Co. Down village of Scarva. Photo taken on 10th September 2016.

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