Emy Lough – Clones Round Tower loop from Castle Leslie

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Monaghan

Emy Lough – Clones Round Tower loop from Castle Leslie

Moderate

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Emy Lough – Clones Round Tower loop from Castle Leslie

03:05

72.6km

540m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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3.86 km

Emy Lough

Highlight • Lake

Emy Lough is a picturesque lake that makes a perfect spot to stop for a picnic or even a swim on those sunny days!

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36.6 km

Clones Round Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

The round tower in Clones was originally built around the 10th century as part of the abbey. Although it would once have stood at 75 feet (23 m), the top …

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36.7 km

Clones 'Wee' Abbey

Highlight • Religious Site

Known locally as the "Wee Abbey", Clones Abbey is a ruined monastery dating back to the 12th century. The original abbey was founded by St. Tigernach as early as the …

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60.7 km

Ulster Canal Greenway

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

A charming path along the Ulster Canal Greenway. The best way to get out of the city to head over Rossmore Forest Park.

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60.8 km

The Ulster Canal Greenway is now a lovely traffic free way to travel about Monaghan, but there are many reminders of its historic past. The Canal Stores are now a sports hall for the St Louis Convent School.

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61.2 km

Monaghan Town Centre

Highlight • Settlement

Monaghan lies in the far north of the Republic of Ireland, close to the border with Northern Ireland. It is the county town of County Monaghan and even though it's …

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72.4 km

Glaslough Village

Highlight • Settlement

Glaslough is a cute village, full of character. It's name means ‘calm or green lake’ in Irish. You'll notice plenty of historical buildings as you pedal through and the Castle …

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72.6 km

End point

Bus stop

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