Celia Griffin Famine Memorial – Blackrock Beach loop from Galway

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Celia Griffin Famine Memorial – Blackrock Beach loop from Galway

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Celia Griffin Famine Memorial – Blackrock Beach loop from Galway

01:10

11.2km

50m

Running

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

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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3.17 km

Anchor Monument on Salthill Promenade

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The Het Anker Monument on the Salthill Promenade is a robust maritime symbol commemorating the numerous ships that navigated the treacherous waters of Galway Bay through the centuries. This massive, …

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4.06 km

Celia Griffin Famine Memorial

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Unveiled in 2012, the Famine Ship Memorial began as a memorial to Celia Griffin, who died of starvation in Galway during the Great Famine in 1847. Celia Griffin represents all …

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5.51 km

View of Galway from Mutton Island

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From the pier at Mutton Island, you get the most complete panoramic view of the Galway City skyline. While you are on your bike in the middle of the bay, …

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5.78 km

Viewpoint

8.86 km

Blackrock Beach

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Blackrock is the sporting heart of Salthill, where the iconic yellow-and-white diving tower has watched over Galway Bay for decades. For cyclists, this is the legendary end of the promenade: …

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9.13 km

Blackrock Beach and Diving Board

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Blackrock is the sporting heart of Salthill, where the iconic yellow and white diving tower has watched over Galway Bay for decades. For cyclists, this is the legendary end point …

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11.2 km

End point

Bus stop

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