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Ross Castle – Lough Leane Shore on Ross Island loop from Killarney

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Ross Castle – Lough Leane Shore on Ross Island loop from Killarney

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Ross Castle – Lough Leane Shore on Ross Island loop from Killarney

00:38

10.8km

50m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 26, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 3.92 km for 85 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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3.95 km

Ross Castle

Highlight • Castle

On the edge of Lough Leane, Ross Castle dates from the 15th century and was the last place in Munster to withstand Cromwell. It is open to the public outside of winter with excellent guided tours.

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5.00 km

Lough Leane Shore on Ross Island

Highlight • Lake

It is worth taking the loop round Ross Island to take in the views over Lough Leane towards Cow Island and Rough Island.

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5.21 km

Ross Island Copper Mine

Highlight • Historical Site

The path leads past the mine, where copper was first mined in Ireland. This was in the Bronze Age from 2400 to 1800 BC.
A detour along a trail near …

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10.8 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.72 km

2.90 km

1.72 km

363 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.4 km

253 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

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Thursday 7 May

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5°C

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