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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Lagan Valley AONB

Road cycling routes

Northern Ireland

Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Lagan Valley AONB

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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Lagan Valley AONB

00:35

15.0km

50m

Road cycling

Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: May 25, 2026

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Lagan Valley AONB

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301 m

Shaw's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge is named after Captain John Shaw of Oliver Cromwell's army, who built an oak bridge here in 1655. A stone bridge was built by Thomas Burgh in 1691, …

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3.01 km

River View Picnic Spot, Lagan Valley AONB

Highlight • River

Beautiful spot to stop for a picnic or just to enjoy the scenery. It's close to the path so not much of a detour and well worth the small effort.

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5.19 km

Lagan Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

The path, which is part of National Cycle Route 9, offers a peaceful atmosphere that is ideal for relaxed bike rides - but walkers, joggers and dog owners also appreciate the route.

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7.73 km

Lagan Towpath

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One of the most popular outdoor spots in the province. The Towpath is part of the Ulster Way. You can walk, run or cycle completely traffic free from the Castlereagh hills to Lisburn.

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13.2 km

Culchrist Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

ice turnaround point for a 6k run from crown plaza hotel

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15.0 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

14.8 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

14.6 km

382 m

< 100 m

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