Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Anahilt

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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Anahilt

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Shaw's Bridge – Lagan Towpath loop from Anahilt

02:38

44.1km

250m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 13, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 20.5 km for 60 m

After 20.9 km for 60 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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8.24 km

Lisburn to Belfast Pathway

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

Great bike route. I recommend it very much.

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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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Sir Thomas and Lady Dixon Park Rose Garden and Stone Monoliths

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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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Culchrist Bridge

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ice turnaround point for a 6k run from crown plaza hotel

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Lagan Towpath

Highlight • Cycleway

Running from Belfast to Lisburn, the Lagan Towpath is a pleasant, walk around the River Lagan with peaceful surroundings such as wetland, riverside meadows, & woodlands. The canal system itself …

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24.0 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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24.7 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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32.1 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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