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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda MacBride

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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda MacBride

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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda MacBride

03:43

62.4km

400m

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: June 18, 2026

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Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.91 km for 142 m

After 2.28 km for 122 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.29 km

Millmount Fort and Martello Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

On the right bank lies Millmount, presumably an old Bronze Age burial mound, which successively served as a watchtower, feudal motte and finally as a fortress. From the top you …

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1.98 km

Mary McAleese Boyne Valley Bridge

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This elegant cable-stayed bridge spans the River Boyne west of Drogheda, forming a striking landmark along the M1 motorway. Its slender pylons and fanning cables give the bridge a light, …

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2.34 km

Saint Laurence's Gate

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De St. Laurence Gate, a unique example of a three-tiered barbican, the only one of its kind in Ireland. It was part of a fortified gate built in the 13th century by the Normans using stones from earlier Viking fortifications.

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19.3 km

Beach

19.8 km

Port Beach

Highlight • Beach

Port Beach is a beautiful expanse of golden sand. There is a lifeguard during swimming months, so having a dip in the sea is highly advised.

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34.6 km

View of Dundalk Bay

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Looking east from this road you have fantastic views of the sparkling waters of Dundalk Bay. Keep your eyes peeled for the 50,000 waterbirds that come here for winter.

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37.8 km

Bellingham Castle Gatehouse

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Upon entering the village of Castlebellingham, you are welcomed by the impressive gatehouse of Bellingham Castle. This robust, castle-like structure with its battlements and characteristic arched gateway forms the historic …

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60.0 km

Mural of the Wise Woman Near St. Mary's Church, Drogheda

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Close to St. Mary's Church, you'll find an impressive mural of the Wise Woman, a work by the artist AERO. This mural honours the women of Irish mythology and the …

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60.9 km

Magdalene Tower

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Slender medieval bell tower on a small hill on the outskirts of Drogheda, recognizable by its high pointed arch openings and narrow, vertical shape. The tower is the last remnant …

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62.4 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

61.0 km

1.01 km

347 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

61.3 km

439 m

287 m

249 m

Elevation

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Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Saturday 20 June

20°C

8°C

0 %

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Bellingham Castle Gatehouse – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda MacBride

Millmount Fort and Martello Tower

Mary McAleese Boyne Valley Bridge

Saint Laurence's Gate

Port Beach

View of Dundalk Bay

Bellingham Castle Gatehouse

Mural of the Wise Woman Near St. Mary's Church, Drogheda

Magdalene Tower

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