Mourne Mountains Middle is a distinctive region in County Down, Northern Ireland, characterized by its dramatic granite peaks and rugged landscapes that sweep down to the Irish Sea. This area forms a significant part of the Mourne Mountains, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a diverse environment for outdoor pursuits. The varied terrain, from challenging mountain ascents to tranquil forest paths and coastal routes, makes it suitable for several sports like touring cycling, mountain biking, hiking, jogging, and more.…
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4.7
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Average rating
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4.7
(6)
44
hikers
16.2km
04:41
400m
400m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.3
(3)
9
hikers
2.40km
01:10
280m
280m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

5
hikers
5.95km
01:55
260m
260m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

1.35km
00:34
180m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3.0
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40
runners
32.4km
05:39
2,290m
2,290m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

33
runners
6.87km
00:56
230m
230m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

5.0
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64
runners
15.0km
01:52
250m
250m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
runners
11.4km
01:36
380m
380m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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5.0
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38
riders
16.7km
01:42
490m
490m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

38
riders
22.7km
02:16
590m
590m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.

48.5km
03:46
960m
960m
Hard mountain bike ride. Very good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.8
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254
riders
31.1km
03:13
840m
840m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.
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5.0
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6
riders
28.1km
01:52
460m
460m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
43.2km
03:13
730m
730m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
24.7km
01:34
300m
300m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

29.2km
01:55
350m
350m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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4.8
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125
riders
49.1km
02:17
610m
610m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.3
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64
riders
68.9km
03:01
650m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4.0
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50
riders
53.1km
02:10
280m
280m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

22
riders
26.0km
01:16
330m
330m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.
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16
riders
25.4km
02:04
630m
630m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

9
riders
19.2km
01:49
480m
480m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

13
riders
26.8km
01:39
360m
360m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
riders
17.6km
01:35
520m
520m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Mourne Mountains Middle offers a variety of outdoor activities including Touring cycling, Mountain biking, Hiking, Jogging, Road cycling, and Gravel biking. The region is part of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing diverse terrain for exploration.
More than 18,000 visitors have explored Mourne Mountains Middle using komoot. The region's routes have an average rating of 4.54 out of 5 stars, based on over 1,800 ratings.
Yes, Mourne Mountains Middle provides options for touring cyclists. Routes and information are available in the guide Cycling around Mourne Mountains Middle. The broader Mourne Mountains region features the scenic Mourne Coastal Route and a dedicated Mourne Mountains Cycle Loop.
Mourne Mountains Middle offers mountain biking opportunities, with trails detailed in the guide MTB Trails around Mourne Mountains Middle. Nearby, world-class mountain biking trails are found at Castlewellan and Rostrevor, catering to various skill levels with graded routes.
Mourne Mountains Middle is a popular destination for hiking, with numerous footpaths and tracks. Information on routes can be found in the guide Hiking around Mourne Mountains Middle. Options range from easy strolls to challenging ascents, including routes to Slieve Donard, Northern Ireland's highest peak.
Yes, Mourne Mountains Middle offers easy hiking options suitable for families. Specific routes and details are available in the guide Easy hikes around Mourne Mountains Middle. Areas like Tollymore Forest Park and Murlough National Nature Reserve provide accessible paths.
Running trails are available throughout Mourne Mountains Middle. Detailed routes and information for joggers can be found in the guide Running Trails around Mourne Mountains Middle. The region offers diverse terrain for various running experiences.
Mourne Mountains Middle is characterized by majestic granite peaks, including Slieve Donard, which is 850 meters high. Other notable features include the distinctive Mourne Wall, the tranquil Silent Valley Reservoir, and various forest parks like Tollymore and Castlewellan. The region is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Yes, road cycling routes are available in Mourne Mountains Middle. Cyclists can explore the region's roads using the guide Road Cycling Routes around Mourne Mountains Middle. The area provides scenic roads for various cycling experiences.
Gravel biking opportunities exist in Mourne Mountains Middle. Routes and information for gravel cyclists are detailed in the guide Gravel biking around Mourne Mountains Middle. The diverse terrain offers suitable paths for this activity.
Komoot offers several guides for Mourne Mountains Middle, including Cycling around Mourne Mountains Middle, MTB Trails around Mourne Mountains Middle, Hiking around Mourne Mountains Middle, and Running Trails around Mourne Mountains Middle. There are also guides for easy hikes, road cycling, and gravel biking.
For general inquiries regarding the Mourne Mountains region, the Newcastle Visitor Information Centre can be contacted at 03301374046. For specific mountain biking inquiries, Bike Mourne can be reached at +44 (0)28 4377 0714.

