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Scarva Village – Newry Canal Path loop from Poyntzpass

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Scarva Village – Newry Canal Path loop from Poyntzpass

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Scarva Village – Newry Canal Path loop from Poyntzpass

00:32

9.17km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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2.24 km

Acton Lake Visitor Centre

Highlight • Rest Area

Along the route of the historic Newry Canal, you'll find the Acton Lake Visitor Centre, beautifully situated on the banks of the tranquil Lough Shark. This lake, a remnant from …

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4.59 km

Scarva Village

Highlight • Historical Site

Village on the Newry cycle path. There is also a Scarva pilbox - one of many left over from the 2nd World War. Worth seeking out if you've got the time.

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6.63 km

Newry Canal Path

Highlight • River

This largely flat and completely traffic-free path winds through the heart of counties Armagh and Down, along the tranquil waterway that once formed the lifeline for transporting coal to the …

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9.17 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.84 km

211 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

9.06 km

< 100 m

Elevation

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Weather

Thursday 2 July

18°C

10°C

45 %

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Scarva Village – Newry Canal Path loop from Poyntzpass

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Scarva Village

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