Victoria Park Lake – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Clipperstown

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Victoria Park Lake – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Clipperstown

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Victoria Park Lake – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Clipperstown

04:46

79.9km

400m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 16, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 43.7 km for 103 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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5.23 km

Beach with View of Bangor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice little beach for a stop off. Not far from Belfast and with a good view across to Bangor.

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8.95 km

Turret

Fort

11.0 km

Beach

17.1 km

The Big Fish (Salmon of Knowledge), Belfast

Highlight • Structure

The huge sculpture is based on a character from the story
"The Childhood Records of Fionn".
The story tells of a fish that eats some hazelnuts that had fallen into …

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17.2 km

The Dub Tea Rooms

Highlight • Other

Crossing the Lagan over the Lagan Weir in Belfast gives you, as a cyclist, an interesting perspective of the river and the city. The bridge, which runs between the Queen …

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19.8 km

Victoria Park Lake

Highlight • Lake

Victoria Park is open 24 hours, seven days a week. The park has a lake which is home to water birds such as swans, geese, ducks, herons and migrant waders. …

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21.1 km

Narnia Sculptures at C.S. Lewis Square

Highlight • Structure

This place is dedicated to the famous writer CS Lewis (The Chronicles of Narnia) and decorated with characters from the books

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39.3 km

The Old BCDR Railway Embankment

Forest

43.4 km

Scrabo Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Decent climb to the top of Scrabo Hill. If you fancy a challenge keep on going to the tower, enjoying the interest of locals and tourists alike as you cycle …

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60.2 km

Peace Wall Murals on Madrid Street

Highlight • Monument

It tells of a past that shaped Northern Ireland - of conflict, tension and the desire for peace. As a cyclist exploring the city, you will pass these walls, which …

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77.7 km

Woodburn River

Lake

78.9 km

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.

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