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Crossmolina – Peatland views loop from Ballina

Crossmolina – Peatland views loop from Ballina

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Crossmolina – Peatland views loop from Ballina

03:56

95.2km

540m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 24, 2026

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Wild Nephin National Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.51 km

St. Muredach's Cathedral, Ballina

Highlight • Religious Site

Neo-Gothic cathedral from the 19th century on the banks of the Moy, recognizable by its slender spire from 1855. Seat of the Diocese of Killala and a beautiful landmark in the centre of Ballina. Admire the stunning stained-glass windows inside and enjoy the views of the river and the open space around the cathedral outside.

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15.2 km

Crossmolina

Highlight • Settlement

Crossmolina is a pretty quiet town and comes equipped with a popular bakery and pub making it a perfect spot for a pitstop.

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26.4 km

Peatland views

Highlight • Viewpoint

On both sides of the road you can see spectacular countryside views with the cooling tower of the peat-fuelled power station is on the horizon; in the foreground Mackay's heath on the southern side.

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77.6 km

View of Lough Conn and Lough Cullin

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Pontoon Bridge spans the gap between Lough Conn to the north and Lough Cullin to the south. There is a small viewing platform on the Lough Conn side. It is a nice place to stop and enjoy the wooded lakeside scenery.

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92.7 km

Ballina to Broadstone Route

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

95.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

71.8 km

23.1 km

229 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

90.6 km

4.39 km

222 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Tuesday 28 July

19°C

12°C

15 %

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Crossmolina – Peatland views loop from Ballina

St. Muredach's Cathedral, Ballina

Crossmolina

Peatland views

View of Lough Conn and Lough Cullin

Ballina to Broadstone Route

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