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United Kingdom
Northern Ireland
Lisburn
Lambeg South

Hilden to the Black Mountain loop — Lagan Valley

Hard

3.5

(2)

6

riders

Hilden to the Black Mountain loop — Lagan Valley

02:40

39.4km

480m

Cycling

Embark on a challenging touring bicycle adventure with the Hilden to the Black Mountain loop, a difficult 24.5-mile (39.4 km) route that takes about 2 hours and 40 minutes to complete. You will gain 1563 feet (477 metres) in elevation as you cycle through peaceful riverbank environments, extensive woodlands, and…

Last updated: April 23, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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10.5 km

Divis and the Black Mountain

Highlight • Summit

Great Climb and worth it.

Divis and the Black Mountain are the highest points boasting views across the north. Divis or Dubhais meaning ‘black ridge’ refers to the dark basalt …

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2

27.6 km

Lagan Meadows Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Just of the towpath is the Meadows. A really peaceful part of the stretch, especially considering how close it is to the town centre.

This route in the meadow itself …

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3

29.3 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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4

36.7 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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39.4 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

19.6 km

9.16 km

4.25 km

4.19 km

2.16 km

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

34.4 km

3.23 km

1.64 km

216 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 24 May

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