Donegal Bay – Lough Melvin loop from Bundoran

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Donegal Bay – Lough Melvin loop from Bundoran

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Donegal Bay – Lough Melvin loop from Bundoran

02:42

41.9km

470m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 22, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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450 m

Rory Gallagher Statue

Highlight • Monument

In the heart of Ballyshannon, on the central plaza known as The Diamond, stands the imposing bronze statue of the world-famous blues-rock guitarist Rory Gallagher. The life-size artwork, crafted in …

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592 m

Donegal Bay

Highlight • Beach

Donegal Bay is the largest bay in Ireland and has Ireland's second highest sea cliffs at Slieve League.

Donegal Bay's beaches are known internationally for their world class surfing due …

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15.5 km

Lough Melvin

Highlight • Natural

The shimmering waters of Lough Melvin attract anglers from around the world for its beauty and diverse fish. The lake is home to three unique species of trout, as well …

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17.2 km

Surrounded by green rolling countryside, Roogagh Waterfall is a pretty nature spot on the outskirts of Garrison village close to Lough Melvin. There's a short walk that leads along the river and through woodland to reach the falls.

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18.1 km

View of Lough Melvin from Garrison

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice village green with toilets and Loch side views

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23.7 km

Fowley's Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

As the Glenanniff River travels down from the mountains above, it has eroded the local blue limestone to form a deep river valley. Fowley’s Falls is not a single drop …

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24.1 km

Picnic Spot

Highlight • Rest Area

This is a nice spot to have a bit of a rest and a bite to eat after your lovely walk. Very convenient being next to the road and with a couple of benches here as well.

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30.7 km