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Midleton and Glounthaune Loop


A road cycling route starting from Midleton

Explore the scenic roads from Midleton to Glounthaune

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Embark on a scenic cycling adventure along this 111-kilometer route that starts in Midleton. With a moderate difficulty level, the route takes you through picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and rolling hills. Enjoy the challenging ascent of 1011 meters and take in the beautiful views along the way. The highlights of this route include Glounthaune, Carrignavar, Killavullen, Glanworth, Fermoy, and finally back to Midleton.

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111 km
1011 m
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Route profile

Highlights on the route

Start: Midleton City center
Midleton: Charming town with diverse cycling opportunities in Midleton, Ireland.
Midleton is a town located in the Southern region of Ireland. It provides a charming setting and diverse cycling opportunities. Road cyclists can explore the scenic countryside routes surrounding the town, with peaceful roads and beautiful views. Gravel cyclists can also enjoy the numerous forest paths and off-road trails available. Midleton is a great base for cyclists looking to explore the Southern region of Ireland. Nearby, there is the famous Old Head cycling route and Ballyhoura Mountain Bike Park.
GlounthauneVillage
Located 14 kilometers from Midleton, Glounthaune is known for its stunning harbor views and historic railway station.
CarrignavarVillage
Carrignavar offers scenic countryside views along with picturesque walking trails and the Church of St. Michael.
KillavullenVillage
Killavullen is a quaint village known for its beautiful landscape, historic castle ruins, and the River Blackwater.
GlanworthVillage
Glanworth boasts an impressive medieval castle and captivating scenery along the River Funshion.
FermoyTown
Fermoy is a charming town that is famous for its impressive viaduct and tranquil river walks.
MidletonTown
Midleton is a lively market town with a rich history, known for its famous whiskey distillery and bustling farmers market.
Finish: Midleton City center
Midleton: Charming town with diverse cycling opportunities in Midleton, Ireland.

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