Discover Sligo Countryside

A road cycling route starting from Sligo

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An adventurous road cycling route with diverse highlights

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Embark on a thrilling cycling journey through the stunning countryside around Sligo. This 128-km route will challenge even the most well-trained amateurs with its total ascent of 736 meters. Starting from Sligo, you will pass through various highlights including the Yeats Memorial Building and Ballysadare, before conquering the iconic Curry Hill. With a stunning view from the top, Curry Hill is the highlight of this route and scores a well-deserved 5 out of 5. Other highlights, such as the Muckelty Hill and Church ruins, offer great opportunities to learn about the area's history.

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Start: Sligo City center

Sligo: Embark on epic cycling journeys through Sligo's majestic landscapes and conquer legendary climbs.

Sligo is a captivating locality located in Northern and Western, Ireland. As a road and gravel cyclist, you will find a range of cycling opportunities, from coastal routes with breathtaking views to challenging climbs in the surrounding mountains. Sligo is nestled between the stunning Benbulben and Knocknarea mountains, offering both scenic beauty and exciting cycling routes. Some well-known climbs near Sligo include the mythical climb to Queen Maeve's tomb on Knocknarea and the challenging ascent to Eagles Rock. With its majestic landscapes and thrilling cycling routes, Sligo deserves a high rank of 5.