Loughmoe Castle – Holycross Abbey loop from Templemore

Loughmoe Castle – Holycross Abbey loop from Templemore

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Loughmoe Castle – Holycross Abbey loop from Templemore

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82.6km

370m

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: October 7, 2026

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4.01 km

Loughmoe Castle

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Loughmoe Castle is on private land but if you ask the farmer nicely he will let you cross his field to have a look around. It was the home of …

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14.0 km

Thurles Castle

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There is nothing left of walls that enclosed the town, or of the manor known as Durlas Castle and later the Croak Castle on the west end of the town. …

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20.7 km

Holycross Abbey

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Holycross Abbey was founded in 1182 AD by Dónal Mór Ó Briain, King of Limerick and reconstructed between 1400-1450 with the abbey being dissolved in 1540. It is a stunning …

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35.8 km

Path from Rock of Cashel to Hore Abbey

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The Sheep Pasture Walk is the most scenic and shortest route from the Rock of Cashel to Hore Abbey. You can enjoy a fantastic view of both highlights and have …

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35.9 km

Views toward the Rock of Cashel

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Feast your eyes on the mighty iconic Rock of Cashel on this stretch of running. As well as being magnificent to look at, the rock has a huge historic significance. …

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36.0 km

Hore Abbey & Rock of Cashel

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To the west of this point you can see Hore Abbey, Irelands last medieval Cistercian monastery which was founded in 1272. The Abbey was originally a Benedictine monastery, however in …

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44.5 km

Killenure Castle

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Killenure Castle has undergone a process of renovation since being bought by its current owners in 2007. They raise a herd of Dexter Cattle on the estate and the castle …

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48.8 km

Dundrum

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Dundrum is a quiet village located approximately 14 kilometres (9 mi) northwest of Cashel at the junction of the R505 and R661 roads, featuring the notable Dundrum House Hotel and …

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