River Erne – Ballyshannon Town Center loop from Bundoran

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River Erne – Ballyshannon Town Center loop from Bundoran

Moderate

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River Erne – Ballyshannon Town Center loop from Bundoran

02:40

44.4km

330m

Cycling

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

Last updated: August 4, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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534 m

Rory Gallagher Statue

Highlight • Monument

In the heart of Ballyshannon, on the central plaza known as The Diamond, stands the imposing bronze statue of the world-famous blues-rock guitarist Rory Gallagher. The life-size artwork, crafted in …

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677 m

Donegal Bay

Highlight • Beach

Donegal Bay is the largest bay in Ireland and has Ireland's second highest sea cliffs at Slieve League.

Donegal Bay's beaches are known internationally for their world class surfing due …

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21.7 km

Surrounded by green rolling countryside, Roogagh Waterfall is a pretty nature spot on the outskirts of Garrison village close to Lough Melvin. There's a short walk that leads along the river and through woodland to reach the falls.

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34.4 km

Assaroe Reservoir

Lake

36.1 km

River Erne

Highlight • River

Flowing 80 miles (129 km) from Slieve Glah to the Atlantic Ocean, the River Erne is the second-longest river in Ulster. The river winds through beautiful countryside in both the …

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37.2 km

Erne Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Great views from the walking/cycle track

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38.1 km

Ballyshannon Town Center

Highlight • Settlement

Ballyshannon is thought to be the oldest town in Ireland, created by Royal Charter in 1613. Archaeological sites sites discovered in the town date back as far as 4000 and …

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38.4 km

Rory Gallagher Mural

Highlight • Monument

In the Bridgend area, you'll find one of the most impressive visual tributes to guitar legend Rory Gallagher. This large-scale mural was created in 2022 by the talented artist Nik …

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38.4 km

Birthplace of Rory Gallagher

Highlight • Monument

Born in 1948 in Ballyshannon, Rory Gallagher was a renowned Irish blues and rock musician. He recorded many solo albums and also performed in the band Taste, selling over 30 million copies worldwide.

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44.4 km

End point

Bus stop

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