Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Union Locls
Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Union Locls
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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Union Locls
03:35
56.6km
580m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 5, 2026
Tips
Your route passes through protected areas
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Lagan Valley AONB
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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20.7 km
Divis and the Black Mountain
Highlight • Summit
Divis and the Black Mountain are the highest points boasting views across the north. Divis or Dubhais meaning ‘black ridge’ refers to the dark basalt …
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33.2 km
Lagan
Lake
34.9 km
Frost-Covered Plants in Ormeau Park
Highlight • Natural
38.0 km
Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve
Highlight • Natural
This route in the meadow itself …
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38.9 km
Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn Coffee Shop
Highlight • River
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40.3 km
Shaw's Bridge
Highlight • Historical Site
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45.4 km
Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park Rose Garden and Stone Monoliths
Highlight • Viewpoint
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45.7 km
Lagan Towpath
Highlight (Segment) • River
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48.3 km
Lagan Towpath
Highlight • Forest
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56.6 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
27.4 km
17.7 km
4.89 km
3.31 km
3.21 km
179 m
Surfaces
52.3 km
3.24 km
525 m
367 m
219 m
< 100 m
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Elevation
Highest point (380 m)
Lowest point (0 m)
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Wednesday 8 July
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