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Saint Laurence's Gate – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda

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Saint Laurence's Gate – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda

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Saint Laurence's Gate – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda

02:10

35.6km

240m

Cycling

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

Last updated: June 25, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 15.0 km for 110 m

After 32.1 km for 75 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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1.57 km

Saint Dominic's Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Along the Rathmullan Road, St. Dominic’s Park is a 16-acre urban oasis that serves as a beautiful, tranquil escape right in the heart of Drogheda. Gateway to the Boyne Greenway: …

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2.82 km

St. Mary's Parish Church, Dingle

Highlight • Religious Site

The construction of St Mary's Church was completed in 1889. It has a very beautiful interior with wall paintings, statues, stained glass windows and mosaics to discover.

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3.09 km

The Golden Sage of Dundalk

Highlight • Monument

This monumental mural depicts a mythical, golden figure with a staff and cloak, painted in CREATERO's signature style. The warm tones and dramatic lighting give the work an almost spiritual …

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12.5 km

Beach

32.1 km

De St. Laurence Gate, a unique example of a three-tiered barbican, the only one of its kind in Ireland. It was part of a fortified gate built in the 13th century by the Normans using stones from earlier Viking fortifications.

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32.7 km

Magdalene Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

Slender medieval bell tower on a small hill on the outskirts of Drogheda, recognizable by its high pointed arch openings and narrow, vertical shape. The tower is the last remnant …

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33.1 km

The Tholsel

Highlight • Historical Site

At the intersection of Shop Street and West Street stands the Tholsel clock tower (18th century), which was the seat of the town council until the end of the 19th …

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33.9 km

St. Peter's Church

Highlight • Religious Site

St. Peter's Church (catholic), a neo-Gothic church from the late 19th century, dedicated to St. Oliver Plunkett.

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34.2 km

Mural of the Wise Woman Near St. Mary's Church, Drogheda

Highlight • Monument

Close to St. Mary's Church, you'll find an impressive mural of the Wise Woman, a work by the artist AERO. This mural honours the women of Irish mythology and the …

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35.6 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.6 km

788 m

701 m

227 m

212 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

27.6 km

7.29 km

252 m

166 m

162 m

Elevation

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Sunday 9 August

19°C

8°C

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Saint Laurence's Gate – Magdalene Tower loop from Drogheda

Saint Dominic's Park

St. Mary's Parish Church, Dingle

The Golden Sage of Dundalk