Lough Derg Lakeside View – View of Lough Derg loop from Birdhill

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Lough Derg Lakeside View – View of Lough Derg loop from Birdhill

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Lough Derg Lakeside View – View of Lough Derg loop from Birdhill

07:38

128km

870m

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 10, 2026

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Train Station

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5.82 km

View of Killaloe and Ballina from Canal Bank

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Killaloe is a small town that sits on the River Shannon on the western bank of Lough Derg.

The town has plenty of places to eat or have a drink, …

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9.96 km

Lough Derg Lakeside View

Highlight • Lake

Yet another typical view of lough Derg from this route.

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11.7 km

Great Famine Cottage

Highlight • Historical Site

On my bike ride I passed this old, overgrown cottage, which stands in the shade of mighty trees. It has a very special charm - the crumbling walls and the …

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23.0 km

Tuamgraney

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Tuamgraney is a historic village in East Clare, situated on the shores of Lough Derg. It’s home to St. Cronán’s Church, one of the oldest churches in continuous use in Ireland.

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61.7 km

St Brigid's Church, Portumna

Highlight • Religious Site

Beautiful, well preserved catholic church in Portumna.

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73.1 km

Terryglass Harbour and Lough Derg View

Highlight • Lake

If you're pedalling through Terryglass, make a little detour to the harbour for pretty views of Lough Derg as well as a picturesque picnic spot. There are even showers at …

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96.9 km

Dromineer Castle

Highlight • Castle

Dromineer is a pretty village on the banks of Lough Derg. With castle ruins on the lake shore, a marina, beach and the Lake Cafe, it's popular with tourists during the summer.

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113 km

View of Lough Derg

Highlight • Viewpoint

This is a fantastic viewpoint offering panoramic views across the beautiful Lough Derg. You can see all the way to County Clare and up the River Shannon towards Galway. Make sure to bring a picnic!

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