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Oughterard Round Tower and Newcastle Loop
A road cycling route starting from Newcastle
Explore ancient round towers and picturesque Newcastle
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This route takes you on a scenic journey through historic Irish towns and countryside. Marvel at the Oughterard Round Tower as you cycle past, and stop in Newcastle for a relaxing break. With a manageable distance of 51 km and a moderate ascent of 215 meters, this route is suitable for amateur cyclists. Enjoy the unique charm of the Irish landscape as you pedal through the Eastern and Midland regions.
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51 km
215 m
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Start: Newcastle Village centerNewcastle: Discover the scenic beauty of Newcastle, a cyclist's paradise in Ireland.
Newcastle, located in Eastern and Midland region of Ireland, offers a scenic beauty with its lush green landscapes and charming villages. The locality provides great cycling opportunities with numerous peaceful roads and gravel paths to explore. Cyclists can enjoy the peaceful countryside as they ride through the picturesque countryside, passing by quaint cottages and rolling hills. One of the popular cycling spots includes the stunning NCN 195 route, which takes cyclists through the beautiful landscapes of County Wicklow.6 km
6 km
Oughterard Round TowerAttractionVisit the Oughterard Round Tower, an ancient stone tower with fascinating historical significance.
21 km
21 km
ProsperousTownProsperous is a charming town with quaint buildings and friendly locals.
38 km
38 km
Taghadoe Round TowerAttractionTaghadoe Round Tower is a must-see landmark, offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
45 km
45 km
CelbridgeTownDiscover the hidden gems of Celbridge, a town rich in history and scenic beauty.
51 km
51 km
NewcastleVillageNewcastle is a peaceful village with stunning natural surroundings, perfect for a leisurely break.
51 km
51 km
Finish: Newcastle Village centerNewcastle: Discover the scenic beauty of Newcastle, a cyclist's paradise in Ireland.
Cycling routes from Newcastle:
Oughterard Round Tower and Newcastle Loop Kilcullen and Newbridge Expedition Maynooth Castle and Clonee Loop Countryside Exploration Straffan and Newcastle Excursion The Castle Trail Saggart Loop Gravel Adventure - Maynooth Loop Old Kilcullen and Clane Discovery Dublin Castles and Skyline Eastern Loop from Newcastle Midland Adventure from Newcastle
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Saggart](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/saggart-5.webp)
![Image of Celbridge](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/celbridge-5.webp)
![Image of Lucan](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/lucan-5.webp)
![Image of Leixlip](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/leixlip-5.webp)
![Image of Kill](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/kill-5.webp)
![Image of Tallaght](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/eastern-and-midland/tallaght-4.webp)