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Carrickfergus

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Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

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United Kingdom

Northern Ireland

Carrickfergus

Middle Division (Main Portion)

Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

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4.5

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Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

08:48

145km

1,110m

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: February 28, 2026

Tips

Includes segments that go up or down a series of steps

You may need to carry your bike.

After 21 m for 7 m

After 145 km for 7 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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1.05 km

Carrickfergus Castle

Highlight • Historical Site

Carrickfergus Castle is a well-preserved medieval fortress overlooking Belfast Lough. Built in the 12th century, it stands as a historic icon, showcasing impressive architecture and giving you a glimpse into Ireland's past.

Tip by

18.7 km

Glynn River

Lake

23.7 km

Chaine Memorial Tower

Highlight • Monument

Affectionately known as ‘The Pencil’ The granite tower was built in 1887 as a memorial to James Chaine, the Harbour's developer.

It's an accurate replica of an Irish Round Tower …

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24.3 km

Beach

46.8 km

Carnlough Harbour

Highlight • Historical Site

Carnlough is a village in County Antrim in Northern Ireland. Many visitors stop here to see the picturesque harbor on the shores of Carnlough Bay.
The port was recently renovated …

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60.4 km

Waterfoot Beach

Highlight • Beach

Good beach in front of the quiet and quaint village of Waterfoot. great views across the water to Scotland and a pub in the village for refreshments.

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69.7 km

Cushendun Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Beautiful little harbour located in the seaside village of Cushendun. The Mary McBrides across the road from here sells delicious food and real ales. There is also a café and …

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82.0 km

Ruins

132 km

View of Whitehead Lighthouse

Highlight • Viewpoint

145 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

103 km

35.5 km

4.42 km

1.59 km

946 m

255 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

137 km

4.79 km

2.19 km

1.14 km

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Sunday 17 May

13°C

5°C

36 %

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Max wind speed: 20.0 km/h

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Carrickfergus Castle – Cushendun Harbour loop from Clipperstown

Carrickfergus Castle

Chaine Memorial Tower

Carnlough Harbour

Waterfoot Beach

Cushendun Harbour

View of Whitehead Lighthouse

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