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Mountmellick Discovery
A road cycling route starting from Mountrath
Discover the charm of Mountmellick on this delightful road cycling route.
![Map miniature of "Mountmellick Discovery" cycling inspiration in Eastern and Midland, Ireland. Generated by Tarmacs.app cycling route planner](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/routemaps/600/ireland/eastern-and-midland/mountrath/road/81907.webp)
The Mountmellick Discovery is a pleasant road cycling route that showcases the beauty of the region surrounding Mountrath. Covering a distance of 55 km and with a relatively gentle ascent of 150 meters, this route is suitable for cyclists of all levels. Along the way, you'll pass through the charming town of Mountmellick, which offers its unique highlights. The highlight of this route is Portlaoise, the largest town in County Laois, known for its vibrant atmosphere and rich heritage. Explore historical sites like the Tudor-era Portlaoise Prison and the charming Market Square. Overall, the Mountmellick Discovery offers a leisurely ride through captivating countryside, combined with opportunities to immerse in the cultural charm of Mountmellick and Portlaoise.
Highlights on the route
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Portlaoise](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/portlaoise-5.webp)
![Image of Abbeyleix](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/abbeyleix-5.webp)
![Image of Mountmellick](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/mountmellick-4.webp)
![Image of Roscrea](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/southern/roscrea-4.webp)
![Image of Portarlington](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/portarlington-5.webp)
![Image of Castlecomer](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/southern/castlecomer-5.webp)
![Image of Tullamore](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/tullamore-4.webp)
![Image of Birr](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/birr-5.webp)
![Image of Monasterevin](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/monasterevin-5.webp)