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View of Croagh Patrick – Great Western Greenway loop from Newport

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View of Croagh Patrick – Great Western Greenway loop from Newport

Moderate

4.7

(3)

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View of Croagh Patrick – Great Western Greenway loop from Newport

02:34

42.5km

260m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 16, 2026

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Start point

Bus stop

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34 m

Newport Historical Mural

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This detailed mural on the side wall of a building on Main Street brings Newport's rich past to life. The artwork depicts iconic figures such as the pirate queen Grace …

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6.62 km

Abandoned Boat at Moyna Strand

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The road passes by this cute little inlet which was formed by the retreat of the ice age.

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10.8 km

Castleaffy Castle

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Castleaffy Castle sits overlooking an inlet on Clew Bay. It was built in this strategic position as the inlet is too shallow to accommodate ships so it was a place of safety from the English.

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18.1 km

Barrett's Wood

Forest

20.9 km

The Towers Bar and Restaurant

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The distinctive round tower of The Towers has been a landmark for sailors and travellers since the 18th century. Originally built as a lookout post for the coastguard to watch …

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20.9 km

View of Croagh Patrick

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As far as Croagh Patrick does not live in the clouds.

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23.0 km

View of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

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Riding along the Quay Coast Road you will discover both beautiful coastal views but also gorgeous vistas over the water to Croagh Patrick / Cruach Phádraig.

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32.0 km

Greenway Station – Start of the Great Western Greenway to Newport

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This official starting point marks the beginning of the award-winning 42 km off-road route to Achill Sound, located at the foot of the Nephin Beg Mountains. The first section from …

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38.3 km

Great Western Greenway

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The Great Western Greenway follows the route of the Westport to Achill rail-way line which reached Achill in 1895 and closed in 1937. The Greenway opened in 2011.

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42.5 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

16.3 km

5.23 km

1.29 km

940 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

20.4 km

16.9 km

5.22 km

Elevation

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Friday 10 July

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12°C

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View of Croagh Patrick – Great Western Greenway loop from Newport

Newport Historical Mural

Abandoned Boat at Moyna Strand

Castleaffy Castle

The Towers Bar and Restaurant

View of Croagh Patrick

View of Croagh Patrick and Clew Bay

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