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Blackrock Castle Observatory – The English Market loop from Tower

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Blackrock Castle Observatory – The English Market loop from Tower

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Blackrock Castle Observatory – The English Market loop from Tower

02:28

41.8km

190m

Cycling

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

Last updated: February 26, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 27.9 km for 132 m

After 29.0 km for 145 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

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6.26 km

Old Mill Race Tunnel

Ruins

6.73 km

Ruins

Ruins

3

19.5 km

Old Bridge on the Cork Harbour Greenway

Highlight • Bridge

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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20.7 km

Mobile Coffee Shop by the Water

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Open Wed thru Sun 9-5pm

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5

21.2 km

Lough Mahon Lakeside Path

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A straight, functional riverside section on the former Crosshaven Railway line. The fixed path width, straight alignment and open views of Lough Mahon make this a technically clear part of the Cork Harbour Greenway.

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23.0 km

Blackrock Castle

Highlight • Castle

The exhibition can be visited, there is also a as nice cafe/restaurant.

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29.1 km

The English Market

Highlight • Structure

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

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41.8 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

21.0 km

14.5 km

2.58 km

2.54 km

819 m

354 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

33.4 km

7.96 km

425 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Monday 18 May

13°C

9°C

90 %

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