Harry Blaney Bridge – Fanad Lighthouse loop from Melmore

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Harry Blaney Bridge – Fanad Lighthouse loop from Melmore

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Harry Blaney Bridge – Fanad Lighthouse loop from Melmore

02:45

57.3km

630m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 5, 2026

Waypoints

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Parking

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4.83 km

Music Shebeen

Highlight • Pub

Good food and singing

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10.1 km

It was erected in memory of residents of Mevagh Parish who died in the First and Second World Wars. The cross is richly decorated with traditional Celtic motifs and rests on a pedestal with inscriptions of names and years.

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13.3 km

Harry Blaney Bridge

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The Harry Blaney Bridge is not only an engineering feat but also one of the most spectacular viewpoints along the Wild Atlantic Way. This 340-meter-long bridge was opened in 2009 …

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13.8 km

View of Harry Blaney Bridge and Mulroy Bay

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This official Discovery Point on the Wild Atlantic Way offers one of the most serene views in North Donegal. From this point, you look out over the sheltered waters of …

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22.8 km

Stunning road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

In my opinion, this is one of the less beautiful stretches of road you can encounter here. The asphalt is fine, the road is flat and straight. The view is …

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28.8 km

Fanad Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

The Visitor Centre at Fanad Head Lighthouse is the starting point for one of the most iconic locations along the Wild Atlantic Way. From here, you can walk to the …

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29.8 km

Lighthouse Tavern & Pizza

Highlight • Pub

37.0 km

Kindrum Lough

Highlight • Lake

The road passes right alongside the serene waters of Kildrum Lough. It is a freshwater lake, unlike Mulroy Bay, which is just on the other side of the road.

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