Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

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Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

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Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

08:45

145km

1,110m

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: August 27, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 21 m for 7 m

After 145 km for 7 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

1.05 km

Carrickfergus Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Carrickfergus Castle is a well-preserved medieval fortress overlooking Belfast Lough. Built in the 12th century, it stands as a historic icon, showcasing impressive architecture and giving you a glimpse into Ireland's past.

Tip by

18.7 km

Glynn River

Lake

23.7 km

Chaine Memorial Tower

Highlight • Monument

Affectionately known as ‘The Pencil’ The granite tower was built in 1887 as a memorial to James Chaine, the Harbour's developer.

It's an accurate replica of an Irish Round Tower …

Tip by

24.3 km

Beach

46.8 km

Carnlough Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

Carnlough is a village in County Antrim in Northern Ireland. Many visitors stop here to see the picturesque harbor on the shores of Carnlough Bay.
The port was recently renovated …

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Tip by

60.4 km

Waterfoot Beach

Highlight • Beach

Good beach in front of the quiet and quaint village of Waterfoot. great views across the water to Scotland and a pub in the village for refreshments.

Tip by

69.7 km

Cushendun Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful little harbour located in the seaside village of Cushendun. The Mary McBrides across the road from here sells delicious food and real ales. There is also a café and …

Tip by

82.0 km

Ruins

132 km

View of Whitehead Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

145 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

103 km

35.2 km

4.00 km

1.57 km

1.05 km

220 m

106 m

Surfaces

138 km

5.57 km

1.80 km

182 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Monday 19 October

13°C

7°C

25 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Comments

July 17, 2023,69th day: from Belfast to Antrim Coast & Glens AONB

At 5:00 am I was woken up by the screaming teenagers camping right next to me. Crawled out of the tent and asked them if they meant f****** serious. Then it was quiet, as far as you can tell for a campsite on a freeway, but my peace of mind was shattered, so I got up shortly after, even though …

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May 21, 2022,Day 50 Ballycastle to Belfast

The days first encounter happened just a hundred metres after leaving the very lovely Agadamore guest house. Just as I reached the bottom of the hill a very unusual machine came around the corner loaded with touring bags and I just had to stopped. The young lady on it was Veronica who is Czech and she's scooting around Ireland. Yes …