Salthill Promenade from South Park — Galway

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Salthill Promenade from South Park — Galway

Moderate

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Salthill Promenade from South Park — Galway

02:16

8.98km

10m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: November 14, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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344 m

Galway South Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Situated in the Claddagh area of Galway city, South Park (referred locally as ‘The Swamp’), is an excellent starting point for a longer walk of the famous Salthill promenade. Its …

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1.51 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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2.41 km

Anchor Monument on Salthill Promenade

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The Het Anker Monument on the Salthill Promenade is a robust maritime symbol commemorating the numerous ships that navigated the treacherous waters of Galway Bay through the centuries. This massive, …

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3.36 km

Salthill Promenade, Galway

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De Salthill Promenade, affectionately known by locals as 'The Prom', is a delightful two-kilometer flat cycling route directly along the Atlantic Ocean. As you cycle along this wide path, you'll …

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8.98 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

5.95 km

1.74 km

868 m

433 m

Surfaces