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Kilrush, Kilkee Cliffs and Shannon estuary loop

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Ireland
Munster
Clare

Kilrush, Kilkee Cliffs and Shannon estuary loop

Hard

Kilrush, Kilkee Cliffs and Shannon estuary loop

07:18

168km

1,190m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 7, 2024

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1

24.6 km

Carrigaholt Village and Castle

Highlight • Settlement

Picturesque village and small dock.

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2

25.3 km

Carrigaholt Castle

Highlight • Castle

The MacMahons, chief of West Corkavakin built this five storey tower house in 1480. The castle has commanding views over the Shannon Estuary.

The castle has a turbulent history with …

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3

45.0 km

Bridge of Ross

Highlight • Natural Monument

Step off the bike and head down the footpath to find the final surviving rock "bridge" arch spanning the coastal incision.

It is a great spot to watch the interesting sea bird life particularly during the autumn migrations.

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4

58.4 km

Cliffs of Kilkee Ride

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This stretch of road has a fantastic perspective of the stunning Kirklee Cliffs which stand strong in the face of the constant battering from the mighty Atlantic Ocean.

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5

63.8 km

Kilkee Cliffs Lookout

Highlight • Viewpoint

Heart-breakingly gorgeous view of the sea on the west coast of Ireland. Couldn't stop enjoying the view. It's a great place to stop, take a break, have a picnic, and enjoy the beauty of this place!

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6

131 km

Shannon Estuary Way

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

This stretch of the Shannon Estuary Way between Labasheeda and Ballynacally is said to be the most scenic part, with fabulous views of the estuary.

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168 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

143 km

24.0 km

1.05 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

142 km

26.0 km

< 100 m

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