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Beach with View of Bangor – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Downshire

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Beach with View of Bangor – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Downshire

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Beach with View of Bangor – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Downshire

01:26

21.7km

100m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 10.0 km for 272 m

After 11.4 km for 282 m

After 19.9 km for 89 m

After 20.0 km for 83 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.28 km

The Guard Room, Carrickfergus Town Hall

Highlight • Historical Site

The guards were well taken care of

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1.58 km

North Gate of Carrickfergus Walled Town

Highlight • Historical Site

leftovers

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2.98 km

Woodburn River

Lake

6.99 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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17.9 km

Carrickfergus Castle and Marina

Highlight • Structure

Carrickfergus Castle and Marina. Step back in time for some heritage and history with a tour of the Castle built in 1177 and is one of the best preserved medieval structures in Northern Ireland.

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19.9 km

Carrickfergus Historical Information Boards

Highlight • Structure

Information boards showing some of the history of the area.

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20.1 km

King William III Monument, Carrickfergus

Highlight • Historical Site

William III of Orange was King of England and Ireland in personal union.

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20.2 km

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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20.6 km

War Memorial

Highlight • Monument

21.7 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

7.75 km

5.97 km

5.25 km

1.26 km

1.12 km

195 m

164 m

Surfaces

18.0 km

1.55 km

1.09 km

742 m

265 m

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 5 August

17°C

12°C

30 %

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Max wind speed: 19.0 km/h

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Beach with View of Bangor – Carrickfergus Castle loop from Downshire

The Guard Room, Carrickfergus Town Hall

North Gate of Carrickfergus Walled Town

Beach with View of Bangor

Carrickfergus Castle and Marina

Carrickfergus Historical Information Boards

King William III Monument, Carrickfergus

Carrickfergus Castle

War Memorial

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