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Glenveagh Lakeside Run

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Glenveagh Lakeside Run

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Glenveagh Lakeside Run

00:57

8.63km

130m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: February 10, 2025

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Your route passes through a protected area

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Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha - Glenveagh National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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184 m

View of Lough Veagh

Highlight • Lake

You can explore Glenveagh National Park on two feet by running alongside Lough Veagh to Glenveagh Castle or heading further afield along the Bridle Path to the southwest which meets …

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1.59 km

Running between Glenveagh Castle and the visitor centre, there are great views of the freshwater lake Lough Veagh. Nestled in the Glenveagh Valley, it's surrounded by the Derryveagh and Glendowan Mountains.

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3.45 km

Glenveagh Castle

Highlight • Castle

Built in the late 19th century, Glenveagh Castle was the home of Captain John George Adair. Situated on the bank of Lough Vegh, it's a stunning sight. You can visit …

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8.63 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.83 km

769 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

7.79 km

644 m

125 m

< 100 m

Elevation

Highest point (130 m)

Lowest point (40 m)

Weather

Today

Thursday 1 January

7°C

4°C

37 %

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Max wind speed: 33.0 km/h

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View of Lough Veagh

View of Lough Veagh

Glenveagh Castle

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