Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Moira

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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Moira

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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Moira

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73.5km

300m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 2, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 27.0 km for 96 m

After 32.0 km for 193 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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19.4 km

Lagan Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

The path, which is part of National Cycle Route 9, offers a peaceful atmosphere that is ideal for relaxed bike rides - but walkers, joggers and dog owners also appreciate the route.

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21.5 km

Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park Rose Garden and Stone Monoliths

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park is one of the most popular green spaces in Belfast. The park covers a huge area – 130 acres (52 ha) in total. …

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28.5 km

Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Just of the towpath is the Meadows. A really peaceful part of the stretch, especially considering how close it is to the town centre.

This route in the meadow itself …

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31.5 km

Frost-Covered Plants in Ormeau Park

Highlight • Natural

34.2 km

Ormeau Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Ormeau Park - the perfect place for a relaxing bike ride in the middle of Belfast. As the oldest city park in the city, opened in 1871, it offers a …

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35.6 km

Lagan

Lake

41.4 km

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn Coffee Shop

Highlight • River

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn coffee shop is a perfect spot to take a breather and rehydrate and refuel. The coffee shop is situated in a beautiful riverside …

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42.8 km

Shaw's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge is named after Captain John Shaw of Oliver Cromwell's army, who built an oak bridge here in 1655. A stone bridge was built by Thomas Burgh in 1691, …

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50.2 km

Lagan Towpath

Highlight • Forest

One of the most popular outdoor spots in the province. The Towpath is part of the Ulster Way. You can walk, run or cycle completely traffic free from the Castlereagh hills to Lisburn.

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73.5 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

38.4 km

25.3 km

7.77 km

1.38 km

506 m

114 m

107 m

Surfaces

71.6 km

1.66 km

170 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (60 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Today

Saturday 7 November

11°C

6°C

66 %

Additional weather tips

There’s a fairly high chance of rain. Consider packing a waterproof jacket.

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Comments

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