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The English Market – Crosshaven Railway Path loop from Cork Kent

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Cork

The English Market – Crosshaven Railway Path loop from Cork Kent

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4.4

(14)

103

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The English Market – Crosshaven Railway Path loop from Cork Kent

04:02

65.2km

560m

Cycling

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

Last updated: May 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 1.49 km for 125 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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517 m

Horse Trough Flowers

Ruins

1.56 km

The English Market

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Cork's English Market is the perfect place to stock up on souvenirs in a typical setting.

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21.5 km

Old Crosshaven Railway Path

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Myrtleville is beautiful connecting with Crosshaven or Fountainstown either walking or cycling. Best in May to September early morning or evening to see it’s beautiful light

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34.5 km

Fountainstown Beach

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With Ferry Road heading right along the shore of Fountainstown beach it would be rude not to take a pause for a paddle. An enviable collection of houses pepper the …

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52.2 km

Glenbrook Ferry Ramp

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An open quay with a clear line along the river, once the heart of a busy port and ferry connection. The shipbuilding and trade that took place here for centuries …

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53.9 km

Scenic View Along Cork Greenway

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A tight, linear route along the river that follows the old track of the Crosshaven Railway. The route combines open quay areas with quiet riverside stretches, maintaining a clear view …

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56.0 km

A quiet, linear segment of the old railway track, precisely where the Crosshaven Railway ran along the river. The slight cut into the landscape and the open view over the water give this point a clear, linear character.

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58.5 km

Old Bridge on the Cork Harbour Greenway

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A compact, functional railway bridge on the former route of the Crosshaven Railway. The low stone abutments, the narrow span, and the straight alignment of the path clearly show the original track geometry

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65.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

32.6 km

28.3 km

2.66 km

874 m

667 m

122 m

Surfaces

53.9 km

10.5 km

561 m

256 m

115 m

Elevation

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Highest point (110 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 1 July

20°C

12°C

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The English Market – Crosshaven Railway Path loop from Cork Kent

The English Market

Old Crosshaven Railway Path

Fountainstown Beach

Glenbrook Ferry Ramp

Scenic View Along Cork Greenway

Crosshaven Railway Path

Old Bridge on the Cork Harbour Greenway

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