Carrickfergus Castle – Beach with View of Bangor loop from Belfast Grand Central

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Carrickfergus Castle – Beach with View of Bangor loop from Belfast Grand Central

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Carrickfergus Castle – Beach with View of Bangor loop from Belfast Grand Central

05:28

87.4km

790m

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 7, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 1.54 km for 83 m

After 58.8 km for 56 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.58 km

Garden of Remembrance, Falls Road

Highlight • Monument

The Garden of Remembrance (Irish: An Gairdín Cuimhneacháin) is a memorial garden in Belfast, Northern Ireland, dedicated to members of the Irish Republican Army killed during the Northern Ireland conflict, …

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7.72 km

Belfast Castle and Gardens

Highlight • Restaurant

Belfast Castle sits at the foot of Cave Hill and is one of the most iconic locations to view the stunning skyline of Belfast City

Built in the 1860s, the …

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9.69 km

Throne Wood

Forest

21.9 km

Woodburn River

Lake

23.1 km

Carrickfergus Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Carrickfergus Castle is a well-preserved medieval fortress overlooking Belfast Lough. Built in the 12th century, it stands as a historic icon, showcasing impressive architecture and giving you a glimpse into Ireland's past.

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33.6 km

Islandmagee Dolmen

Highlight • Historical Site

Islandmagee is steeped in history and features rolling hills, quiet villages and a dramatic coastline. Its great cycling, for such a small wee Island it packs a punch, with vistas …

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45.7 km

Browns Bay Beach

Highlight • Beach

Beautiful cove and beach. Great views of the Antrim hills and over to Scotland.

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60.6 km

View of Whitehead Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

73.6 km

Beach with View of Bangor

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice little beach for a stop off. Not far from Belfast and with a good view across to Bangor.

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77.3 km

Turret

Fort

79.3 km

Beach

85.6 km

The Dub Tea Rooms

Highlight • Other

Crossing the Lagan over the Lagan Weir in Belfast gives you, as a cyclist, an interesting perspective of the river and the city. The bridge, which runs between the Queen …

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