Benburb Priory – Emy Lough loop from Armagh

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Benburb Priory – Emy Lough loop from Armagh

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Benburb Priory – Emy Lough loop from Armagh

04:18

71.1km

530m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very 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 11.1 km for 112 m

After 70.0 km for 207 m

After 70.5 km for 142 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

Get Directions

11.2 km

Benburb Priory

Highlight • Cafe

The priory is a beautiful building in Benburb that invites the community to visit the library, museum, or grab a coffee and a scone at the wonderful cafe (fit with lovely indoor and outdoor seating). A small footpath leads from the priory to the river where you can explore further these wonderful grounds.

Tip by

11.6 km

Stables Café at Benburb Priory

Highlight • Cafe

Nice little cafe at Benburb Priory. Well worth a stop if you are in the area.

Tip by

40.3 km

Emy Lough

Highlight • Lake

Emy Lough is a picturesque lake that makes a perfect spot to stop for a picnic or even a swim on those sunny days!

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44.4 km

Glaslough Village

Highlight • Settlement

Glaslough is a cute village, full of character. It's name means ‘calm or green lake’ in Irish. You'll notice plenty of historical buildings as you pedal through and the Castle Leslie Estate is next to the village. Or even better, stop for a something to eat and drink.

Tip by

52.8 km

Glaslough Coffee Stop

Highlight • Cafe

Good coffee and hot food menu

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69.4 km

The Palace Demesne

Highlight • Natural

The Palace Demense is an important part of Armagh's history. Between 1770 and 1975 the palace was home to the Archbishops of the Church of Ireland.

A number of paved and gravel trails will lead you around the park and invite you to discover the nature and history of this 300-acre oasis. The park also features an outdoor gym if you feel like taking your activity up a notch.

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70.0 km

The Mall, Armagh Memorials

Highlight • Historical Site

The Mall, Armagh lies between the old Jail and the Courthouse, legend has it a tunnel runs underneath linking the two. Various war memorials including a big Cannon and a memorial to the Armagh railway disaster.

Tip by

70.6 km

The Mall, Armagh

Highlight • Structure

The Mall is a beautifully-kept recreational area in Armagh. It's tree-lined edges and flat paved paths make it the ideal spot for a jog. Enjoy sights of beautiful georgian buildings and colourful flowerbeds as you pass through.

Tip by

71.1 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

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