Fanad Lighthouse – Harry Blaney Bridge loop from Rosguill ED

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Fanad Lighthouse – Harry Blaney Bridge loop from Rosguill ED

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Fanad Lighthouse – Harry Blaney Bridge loop from Rosguill ED

03:33

56.4km

630m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

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14 m

Rosses Strand

Highlight • Beach

No buildings, no crowds, just the raw power of the Atlantic Ocean. Tra na Rossan (Rosses beach) is a hidden paradise beautifully tucked away between two steep headlands. The white …

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7.50 km

It was erected in memory of residents of Mevagh Parish who died in the First and Second World Wars. The cross is richly decorated with traditional Celtic motifs and rests on a pedestal with inscriptions of names and years.

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20.2 km

Stunning road

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

In my opinion, this is one of the less beautiful stretches of road you can encounter here. The asphalt is fine, the road is flat and straight. The view is …

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26.2 km

Fanad Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

The Visitor Centre at Fanad Head Lighthouse is the starting point for one of the most iconic locations along the Wild Atlantic Way. From here, you can walk to the …

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34.4 km

Kindrum Lough

Highlight • Lake

The road passes right alongside the serene waters of Kildrum Lough. It is a freshwater lake, unlike Mulroy Bay, which is just on the other side of the road.

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36.1 km

An Irish fjord

Highlight • Natural

41.2 km

View of Harry Blaney Bridge and Mulroy Bay

Highlight • Viewpoint

This official Discovery Point on the Wild Atlantic Way offers one of the most serene views in North Donegal. From this point, you look out over the sheltered waters of …

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41.8 km

Harry Blaney Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Harry Blaney Bridge is not only an engineering feat but also one of the most spectacular viewpoints along the Wild Atlantic Way. This 340-meter-long bridge was opened in 2009 …

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56.4 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

56.0 km

376 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

51.2 km