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The Sligo and Yeats Memorial Building Expedition
A road cycling route starting from Collooney
Embark on an epic cycling adventure to Sligo and visit the Yeats Memorial Building.
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This 116 km road cycling route takes you on an epic journey from Collooney to Sligo, with a total ascent of 923 meters. Along the way, you'll have the opportunity to visit the historic Sligo town and explore the famous Yeats Memorial Building. The route also includes highlights such as Cliffoney, Bundoran, Garrison, Manorhamilton, and Markree Castle, offering breathtaking views and cultural attractions. Overall, this expedition provides a challenging and unforgettable cycling experience, combining historical landmarks, natural beauty, and legendary sites.
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116 km
923 m
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Start: Collooney City centerCollooney: Cycling Paradise in Northern and Western Ireland
Collooney, situated in Northern and Western Ireland, is a popular locality for road and gravel cycling. With its scenic coastal routes and challenging terrain, cyclists can enjoy a variety of rides in this area. One of the well-known climbs nearby is Knocknarea, which offers stunning views at the summit. Collooney also boasts a friendly cycling community and various cycling events throughout the year, making it a great destination for cyclists. Overall, Collooney is a cycling-friendly locality with beautiful landscapes and exciting routes to explore.12 km
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SligoTownDiscover the historic town of Sligo with its rich cultural heritage.
12 km
12 km
Yeats Memorial BuildingViewpointVisit the iconic Yeats Memorial Building and learn about the famous poet.
36 km
36 km
CliffoneyVillageEnjoy stunning views of Cliffoney and its coastal landscape.
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49 km
BundoranTownExplore the charming town of Bundoran known for its beautiful beaches.
65 km
65 km
GarrisonVillageCycle through the scenic countryside of Garrison.
80 km
80 km
ManorhamiltonTownVisit the picturesque village of Manorhamilton and soak in its tranquility.
114 km
114 km
Markree CastleCastleMarvel at the grandeur of Markree Castle along the route.
116 km
116 km
Finish: Collooney City centerCollooney: Cycling Paradise in Northern and Western Ireland
Cycling routes from Collooney:
The Ballynacarrow and Muckelty Hill Challenge The Knocknashee and Sruffaungarve Top Loop Yeats Country Expedition The Ballynacarrow and Dromore West Loop The Sligo and Yeats Memorial Building Expedition Dromore Adventure Collooney Loop Sooey Adventure The Ballymote and Coolaney Adventure Lough Gill Adventure Markree Castle Loop
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Sligo](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/sligo-5.webp)
![Image of Ballymote](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/ballymote-5.webp)
![Image of Strandhill](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/strandhill-4.webp)
![Image of Tobercurry](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/tobercurry-4.webp)
![Image of Boyle](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/boyle-2.webp)
![Image of Ballaghaderreen](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/ballaghaderreen-4.webp)
![Image of Bundoran](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/bundoran-4.webp)
![Image of Carrick-on-Shannon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/carrick-on-shannon-4.webp)
![Image of Ballyshannon](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/ireland/northern-and-western/ballyshannon-5.webp)