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The Cross Glens Adventure
A road cycling route starting from Portrush
Embark on an adventurous gravel cycling experience through the stunning cross glens landscape.
Map
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The Cross Glens Adventure is a thrilling gravel cycling route that takes you through the breathtaking cross glens landscape. As you tackle the challenging gravel roads, you will be rewarded with incredible views of rolling hills, dense forests, and sparkling lakes. Highlights along the route include the historic town of Ballymoney and the impressive Dunluce Centre. With a difficulty rating of 4 and an epicness rating of 4, this route offers a unique and exciting off-road cycling experience.
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82 km
480 m
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Route profile
Highlights on the route
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Start: Portrush City centerPortrush: Breathtaking coastal cycling routes and home to the Irish Open golf tournament.
Portrush is a charming town located in Northern Ireland. It is a great location for road and gravel cycling enthusiasts. The town offers scenic routes along the coastline, with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean. One of the famous cycling spots in the area is the Causeway Coastal Route, which stretches from Portrush to Benone. This route takes cyclists through picturesque landscapes and includes a variety of climbs suitable for all levels of cyclists. Portrush is also home to the Irish Open, a prestigious golf tournament, attracting tourists and sports enthusiasts from around the world.0 km
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PortrushTownStart your gravel adventure in the vibrant coastal town of Portrush.
21 km
21 km
BallymoneyTownExplore the historic town of Ballymoney, which is rich in culture and heritage.
38 km
38 km
KilreaVillagePass through Kilrea and soak in the beauty of its idyllic countryside.
72 km
72 km
ColeraineTownCycle to Coleraine, a town known for its vibrant arts scene and lively events.
80 km
80 km
Dunluce CentreAttractionVisit the Dunluce Centre and learn about the fascinating history of Dunluce Castle.
82 km
82 km
Finish: Portrush City centerPortrush: Breathtaking coastal cycling routes and home to the Irish Open golf tournament.
Cycling routes from Portrush:
Cycling routes nearby:
![Image of Portstewart](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/portstewart-5.webp)
![Image of Coleraine](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/coleraine-4.webp)
![Image of Ballymoney](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/ballymoney-5.webp)
![Image of Ballycastle](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/ballycastle-5.webp)
![Image of Kilrea](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/kilrea-5.webp)
![Image of Ballykelly](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/ballykelly-5.webp)
![Image of Maghera](https://images.tarmacs.app/cycling-routes/covers/united-kingdom/northern-ireland/maghera-5.webp)