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Abbeydorney and Ballyheigue Adventure


A road cycling route starting from Listowel

Embark on a thrilling cycling adventure through Abbeydorney and Ballyheigue.

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Covering a total distance of 86 kilometers and featuring an ascent of 453 meters, this road bike route offers a mix of coastal scenery and rural landscapes. Starting in Listowel, you'll pass through Abbeydorney, Ardfert, Ballyheigue, and Ballyduff. Highlights include Listowel, Abbeydorney, Ardfert, Ballyheigue, and Ballyduff.

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86 km
453 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Listowel City center
Listowel: Discover the hidden gem of Listowel and its scenic cycling routes along the coast and countryside.
Listowel is a charming town located in the Southern region of Ireland. From a cyclist's perspective, it offers a mix of flat and rolling terrain, making it suitable for various skill levels. The Listowel Castle Loop and the nearby Kerry Head Peninsula Loop are popular cycling routes in the area, offering stunning coastal views and picturesque countryside. Listowel is also known for hosting the annual Charity Cycle, attracting cyclists from all over Ireland. With its quaint atmosphere, scenic landscapes, and range of cycling routes, Listowel is a hidden gem for road and gravel cyclists.
ListowelTown
Listowel, the starting point of the route, is known for its literary heritage and is home to the annual Listowel Writers' Week.
AbbeydorneyVillage
Abbeydorney is a picturesque village situated along the Kerry Way walking trail, offering scenic views and historical sites.
ArdfertVillage
Ardfert is home to the famous Ardfert Cathedral, a significant medieval site with architectural remnants dating back to the 1100s.
BallyheigueVillage
Ballyheigue is a coastal village renowned for its Blue Flag beach and stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean.
BallyduffVillage
Ballyduff is a tranquil village situated on the banks of the River Cashen, offering scenic riverfront cycling routes.
Finish: Listowel City center
Listowel: Discover the hidden gem of Listowel and its scenic cycling routes along the coast and countryside.

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