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The Tholsel, Carlingford – Carlingford loop from Jonesborough

The Tholsel, Carlingford – Carlingford loop from Jonesborough

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The Tholsel, Carlingford – Carlingford loop from Jonesborough

02:02

45.8km

300m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 11, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 21.0 km for 117 m

After 22.0 km for 101 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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5.44 km

Lumpers Bar

Highlight • Pub

The highest bar in County Louth along the Táin Way.

A traditional Irish pub that offers a cozy interior with a warming fire and excellent food. A favourite amongst locals and hikers!

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5.47 km

Basecamp Coffee

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A quick stop at the coffee and snack hut next to Lumper's Bar is just the thing to recharge your batteries after a challenging stage. The small hut offers everything …

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18.1 km

Carlingford Abbey

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Remains of the medieval Dominican priory on the west side of Carlingford, recognisable by its high, narrow windows and the elongated ruin wing in grey stone. The site lies quietly …

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21.4 km

The Tholsel, Carlingford

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The Tholsel is undoubtedly one of the most unique structures in the heart of Carlingford. This medieval city gate, originally built in the 15th century, is the only remaining gate …

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21.9 km

Taaffes Castle

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Taaffe's Castle is a fortified merchant's house dating from the early 16th century, built by the wealthy Taaffe family, who later became the Earls of Carlingford. Situated near the old …

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22.0 km

This charming seaside town overlooks the Mourne Mountains, whose silhouette rises along the coast of Northern Ireland. Carlingford is very lively at weekends thanks to its many pubs and restaurants, …

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40.2 km

View of Dundalk Bay

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45.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.3 km

2.14 km

198 m

121 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

43.0 km

2.62 km

181 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 20 July

19°C

12°C

0 %

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The Tholsel, Carlingford – Carlingford loop from Jonesborough

Lumpers Bar

Basecamp Coffee

View of the Mourne Mountains

Carlingford Abbey

The Tholsel, Carlingford

Taaffes Castle

Carlingford

View of Dundalk Bay

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