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Glenveagh Castle – Astellen Waterfall loop from Church Hill

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Glenveagh Castle – Astellen Waterfall loop from Church Hill

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Glenveagh Castle – Astellen Waterfall loop from Church Hill

02:40

32.8km

550m

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: June 25, 2026

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Páirc Naisiúnta Ghleann Bheatha - Glenveagh National Park

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Parking

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6.60 km

View of Glenveagh Lake

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Amazing gravel route into Glenveagh National Park

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9.55 km

Glenveagh Castle

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Here you can walk, fish, admire Glenveagh Castle and the beautiful gardens.
Then sit comfortably in the café and round off the tour with tea and cake.

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13.0 km

Astellen Waterfall

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The Astellen Waterfall is a lofty 215m high and is particularly impressive after periods of heavy rain. It's a true hidden gem of Ireland.

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13.6 km

Glenveagh Bothy

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The hut is locked. You can't take a break or sleep there.

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14.9 km

Glenveagh Valley

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This valley has a fantastic perspective looking down to Lough Veagh. With a waterfall along the way as well as several interesting patches of woodland it can't get much better than this path.

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15.6 km

View of Lough Veagh Valley, Glenveagh National Park

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Glenveagh National Park is located in the heart of County Donegal, amidst the wild and rugged landscape of the Derryveagh Mountains. Its pristine habitats and protected wildlife, as well as …

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16.4 km

Bridle Path to Lough Veagh, Glenveagh National Park

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The bridle path takes you down a wonderful valley towards Lough Veagh. The views are incredibly scenic and the trail is usually pretty quiet so plenty of time for peace and solitude.

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18.2 km

Glenveagh Gravel Trail

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A rough gravel section leads down from the road, along Lough Veagh and towards the castle. It's calm and serene down here and the view is incredibly scenic. It's best …

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32.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

23.7 km

6.14 km

2.92 km

Surfaces

13.4 km

10.4 km

4.98 km

3.54 km

475 m

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Highest point (190 m)

Lowest point (50 m)

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Friday 26 June

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Glenveagh Castle – Astellen Waterfall loop from Church Hill

View of Glenveagh Lake

Glenveagh Castle

Astellen Waterfall

Glenveagh Bothy

Glenveagh Valley

View of Lough Veagh Valley, Glenveagh National Park

Bridle Path to Lough Veagh, Glenveagh National Park

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