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The Windy Gap – Turlough Greenway loop from Castlebar

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The Windy Gap – Turlough Greenway loop from Castlebar

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The Windy Gap – Turlough Greenway loop from Castlebar

03:24

55.1km

470m

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: August 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 53.5 km for 93 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Train Station

1

13.4 km

The Windy Gap

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Take a break after this long climb and take in the spectacular views of the surrounding hills and countryside.

Tip by

2

13.5 km

View of Mount Nephin from Barnageehy (Windy Gap)

Highlight • Viewpoint

A ride up to Barnageehy or 'Windy' Gap will reward you with fantastic views of Mount Nephin. There is a viewpoint where you can take some time off the road to fully appreciate your surroundings.

Tip by

3

23.1 km

Leonard's

Highlight • Pub

This is both a traditional bar and a traditional grocery. You don't want to miss it

Tip by

4

46.0 km

National Museum of Ireland – Country Life

Highlight • Historical Site

5

46.5 km

Turlough Greenway

Highlight • Cycleway

6

51.6 km

Ox Mountain Café

Highlight (Segment) • Cafe

open every day until 14:30

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B

55.1 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

48.2 km

5.27 km

1.46 km

216 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

49.7 km

5.12 km

227 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 11 October

17°C

12°C

87 %

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