King John's Castle – St Mary's Cathedral, Limerick loop from University of Limerick
King John's Castle – St Mary's Cathedral, Limerick loop from University of Limerick
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King John's Castle – St Mary's Cathedral, Limerick loop from University of Limerick
03:13
12.7km
30m
Hiking
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: April 16, 2026
Tips
Temporary access restrictions
Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.
After 404 m for 888 m
Permit required
After 11.4 km for 888 m
Permit required
Waypoints
Start point
Bus stop
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1.60 km
Shannon Riverbank Trail and Stone Bridge
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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4.66 km
Ruins
Ruins
5.11 km
The Locke Bar
Highlight • Pub
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5.16 km
Mathew Bridge (Abbey River)
Highlight • Bridge
buildingsofireland.ie/buildings-search/building/21513015/mathew-bridge-limerick-limerick
“Reg No 21513015 ...”
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6.74 km
Katie Daly's Heritage Pub & Kitchen
Highlight • Pub
katiedalyslimerick.com
"Katie Dalys Heritage Pub & Kitchen in the heart of the Limerick’s medieval quarter, A stone throw away from King John’s Castle."
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6.89 km
King John's Castle
Highlight • Castle
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7.48 km
St Mary's Cathedral, Limerick
Highlight • Religious Site
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12.7 km
End point
Bus stop
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
8.57 km
2.16 km
1.65 km
246 m
Surfaces
6.93 km
2.62 km
2.34 km
748 m
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Sunday 17 May
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