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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Adelaide

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Bike touring routes & trails
United Kingdom
Northern Ireland
Malone Lower

Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Adelaide

Hard

5.0

(2)

8

riders

Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Adelaide

05:11

87.6km

370m

Cycling

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

Last updated: February 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 70.2 km for 42 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

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3.73 km

Shaw's Bridge

Highlight • Historical Site

The bridge is named after Captain John Shaw of Oliver Cromwell's army, who built an oak bridge here in 1655. A stone bridge was built by Thomas Burgh in 1691, …

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2

4.47 km

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn Coffee Shop

Highlight • River

Lock Keeper's Cottage and Lock Keeper's Inn coffee shop is a perfect spot to take a breather and rehydrate and refuel. The coffee shop is situated in a beautiful riverside …

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3

10.1 km

Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park Rose Garden and Stone Monoliths

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park is one of the most popular green spaces in Belfast. The park covers a huge area – 130 acres (52 ha) in total. …

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4

10.4 km

Lagan Towpath

Highlight (Segment) • River

The path, which is part of National Cycle Route 9, offers a peaceful atmosphere that is ideal for relaxed bike rides - but walkers, joggers and dog owners also appreciate the route.

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5

13.0 km

Lagan Towpath

Highlight • Forest

One of the most popular outdoor spots in the province. The Towpath is part of the Ulster Way. You can walk, run or cycle completely traffic free from the Castlereagh hills to Lisburn.

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6

33.9 km

The Barrow Fruit and Veg Shop

Highlight • Structure

A great place to stop for some fresh fruit and vegetables on a bike tour, the owner is also very friendly.

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7

55.1 km

Broad Water Cycle Path

Highlight • Trail

This meandering bicycle path glides on through from the station, you get a chance to catch a moment, get into your rhythm by the waters edge.

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8

70.2 km

Lisburn to Belfast Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great bike route. I recommend it very much.

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87.6 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

39.8 km

38.4 km

4.05 km

2.78 km

1.95 km

475 m

139 m

Surfaces

74.5 km

9.40 km

1.87 km

1.79 km

< 100 m

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