Ballybeen, a residential area situated on the outskirts of East Belfast in Northern Ireland, serves as a convenient starting point for accessing a variety of outdoor activities. While primarily a community area, its location provides access to a mix of urban and rural landscapes suitable for exploration. The surrounding region offers opportunities for several sports like mountain biking, hiking, road cycling, touring cycling, and more.
For those seeking outdoor activities in Ballybeen, the area provides…
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Average rating
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13
hikers
10.7km
02:49
100m
100m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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56
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

23
hikers
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4
riders
34.4km
03:11
650m
650m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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27.0km
02:41
600m
590m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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17.5km
01:45
380m
380m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

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38
riders
28.4km
01:47
190m
190m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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62
riders
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

43
riders
72.6km
03:09
360m
370m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
27.6km
01:26
130m
130m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

29
riders
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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60
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

14
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

12
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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31
riders
Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

24
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55.8km
03:17
310m
310m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

17
riders
66.1km
03:55
410m
410m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballybeen offers access to routes for Mountain biking, Hiking, Road cycling, Touring cycling, and Jogging. The area serves as a starting point for exploring the diverse landscapes of Northern Ireland.
There are more than 20 routes available around Ballybeen for various outdoor sports. These routes cater to different fitness levels and preferences.
Routes around Ballybeen have an average rating of 4.46 out of 5 stars, based on feedback from more than 27,000 visitors. This indicates a high level of satisfaction among users.
While extensive mountain biking trails are not directly within Ballybeen, the surrounding region offers opportunities. Users can find more information in the MTB Trails around Ballybeen guide.
Ballybeen provides access to various hiking paths, from local trails to routes extending into the broader Northern Irish landscape. Specific options are detailed in the Hiking around Ballybeen guide.
Yes, there are options for less strenuous walks. Hikers looking for easier routes can consult the Easy hikes around Ballybeen guide for suitable trails.
Road cyclists can find routes that combine urban and rural scenery, with surfaces suitable for various fitness levels. The Road Cycling Routes around Ballybeen guide provides detailed information.
Yes, Ballybeen serves as a starting point for touring cycling routes. Information on these routes is available in the Cycling around Ballybeen guide.
Ballybeen offers various running trails for joggers. Detailed information on these routes can be found in the Running Trails around Ballybeen guide.
Ballybeen's location provides access to diverse natural features in Northern Ireland, including the Mourne Mountains, Strangford Lough, and the Glens of Antrim. Victoria Park, with its lake and green spaces, is also nearby.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballybeen, including those for MTB Trails, Hiking, Road Cycling, Touring Cycling, and Running Trails.
Ballybeen's proximity to green spaces like Victoria Park and the availability of easy hiking and cycling routes make it suitable for family-friendly outdoor activities. Specific guides, such as Easy hikes around Ballybeen, can assist in planning.
For information regarding local community efforts, the Ballybeen Improvement Group can be contacted. Their official website is www.ballybeenimprovementgroup.org, and their phone number is +44 28 9048 9990.

