Mahee Castle – Nendrum Monastery Ruins loop from Castle Espie Wetland Centre

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Mahee Castle – Nendrum Monastery Ruins loop from Castle Espie Wetland Centre

Moderate

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Mahee Castle – Nendrum Monastery Ruins loop from Castle Espie Wetland Centre

01:09

11.0km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: September 17, 2026

Tips

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Strangford & Lecale AONB

Waypoints

Start point

Hotel

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3.18 km

Beach

5.26 km

Mahee Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Great atmosphere. Especially towards evening when the quiet really begins. listen to the Birds call across the Lough, or sit and rest for a while. The Castle is also great …

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5.51 km

Nendrum Monastery Ruins

Highlight • Historical Site

Love spending time here. There is a park bench to the far east corner, and to the left of that hosts one of the best views of the Lough. When …

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6.67 km

Twisted Tree on Reagh Island

Highlight • Viewpoint

Reagh Island ( An tOileán Riabhach meaning “The Brindled Island” ) is one of the many islands in Strangford Lough. Along with some other islands, it provides shelter for Ringneill …

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11.0 km

End point

Hotel

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.98 km

848 m

160 m

Surfaces

7.00 km

2.98 km