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Northern Ireland

Groomsport Beach – Donaghadee Lighthouse loop from Helen's Bay

Bike touring routes & trails

Northern Ireland

Groomsport Beach – Donaghadee Lighthouse loop from Helen's Bay

Moderate

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Groomsport Beach – Donaghadee Lighthouse loop from Helen's Bay

02:21

38.0km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. 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 a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 6.81 km for 166 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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1

966 m

Crawfordsburn Country Park

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Crawfordsburn Country Park has two excellent beaches, views across Belfast Lough, scenic walks and a stunning waterfall. The large visitor centre and café is open seven days a week with …

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2

6.16 km

Brompton Cove

Highlight • Natural

Iconic Bangor swim spot. Brompton or Jenny Watts Cove. Great place to jump in at mid to high tide. Ladder for climbing out.

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3

6.80 km

Skippingstone Beach

Highlight • Beach

Lovely little beach and another great swim spot, especially at high tide.

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4

8.17 km

McKee Clock Tower

Highlight • Monument

5

13.3 km

Groomsport Beach

Highlight • Viewpoint

Groomsport, best known for its picturesque harbour that was once a major fishing port and its two fishermens cottages known as Cockle Row. The village also boasts beautifully landscaped picnic …

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6

20.6 km

Donaghadee Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

Good views out to the Isle of Man from the lighthouse. A very busy ferry lane for those who like big boats!

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7

20.8 km

View of Donaghadee Parade

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38.0 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

15.4 km

14.7 km

5.07 km

1.82 km

568 m

318 m

102 m

Surfaces

33.3 km

3.30 km

1.29 km

119 m

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Wednesday 2 September

19°C

15°C

98 %

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