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Celia Griffin Famine Memorial – Blackrock Beach loop from Galway

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Celia Griffin Famine Memorial – Blackrock Beach loop from Galway

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Celia Griffin Famine Memorial – Blackrock Beach loop from Galway

01:09

11.2km

50m

Running

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

Last updated: February 26, 2026

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3.17 km

Anchor Monument on Salthill Promenade

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Overlooking Galway Bay, Salthill Promenade is an easy, flat walk from Galway. There are lots of shops and cafes along the way accompanying the wide open views.

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4.08 km

Celia Griffin Famine Memorial

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Unveiled in 2012, the Famine Ship Memorial began as a memorial to Celia Griffin, who died of starvation in Galway during the Great Famine in 1847. Celia Griffin represents all …

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5.53 km

View of Galway from Mutton Island

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Head over the causeway to Mutton Island for a unique view of Galway.

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5.80 km

Viewpoint

8.84 km

Blackrock Beach

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A run along the Salthill Promenade from Galway will bring you to Blackrock beach. It is popular with swimmers so a great place to take off your trainers and go …

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9.10 km

Blackrock Beach and Diving Board

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After a run along the Salthill Promenade, Blackrock Beach and diving board is the perfect spot for a dip in the ocean. Popular with wild swimmers in the mornings for the easy access to the waters of Galway Bay!

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11.2 km

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Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.58 km

3.71 km

1.58 km

1.28 km

Surfaces

10.00 km

970 m

186 m

Elevation

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Friday 8 May

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Anchor Monument on Salthill Promenade

Celia Griffin Famine Memorial

View of Galway from Mutton Island

Blackrock Beach

Blackrock Beach and Diving Board

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