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8 Day Itinerary

Coast to Coast

Day One – Belfast to Moira (22 miles)

The section starts at the Waterfront Hall in Belfast, and runs alongside the canal on the towpath which is traffic free until you reach Lisburn. Some attractions in Belfast are – The Ulster Museum, the Botanic Gardens and the City Hall. From Lisburn you will use minor roads with low traffic density to Moira.

Day Two – Moira to Armagh (37 miles)

You will the cycle along side the eastern shores of Lough Neagh, between Moira and Portadown. The first few miles from Portadown are traffic free and follow the Newry Canal towpath. Then the route brings you along quiet country roads to Armagh, once you arrive in Armagh there is lots to see like the Planetarium, the Cathedrals and St Patrick’s Trian.

Day Three – Armagh to Dungannon (27 miles)

This section follows minor country roads through the green country side of Armagh; then from Tynan to Benburb the route follows the line of the old Ulster canal as well as the former railway line around Dungannon. In Dungannon why not visit some attractions like the Railway Park and the Moygashel Linen Green Mill.

Day Four – Dungannon to Cookstown (22 miles)

There are some sections which are traffic free from Dungannon to Cookstown. Just after Dungannon look out for Drumcairne Forest.

Day Five – Cookstown to Gortin (26 miles)

The section will take you along quiet country roads with low traffic density, with fabulous views of the Sperrin Mountains and the Valley of the Owenkillew River; along the route you will pass Drum Manor Forest Park and the Wellbrook Beetling Mill.

Day Six – Gortin to Omagh (17 miles)

When leaving Gortin you will shortly pass through Gortin Glen forest park, and futher on towards Omagh there are many attractions like the Ulster American Folk Park and Ulster History Park.

Day Seven – Omagh to Enniskillen (33 miles)

This 33 mile section also follows quiet country roads with a short traffic free section at Omagh. You will pass the towns of Fintona and Trillick before reaching Enniskillen. In Enniskillen, you could visit the Ardhowen Theatre and Castle Coole House.

Day Eight – Enniskillen to Ballyshannon (46 miles)

When leaving Enniskillen you will pass the eighteenth century Florence Court House and the Marble Arch Caves with views over the Belmore Mountains. You will also pass the towns and villages of Belcoo, Kittyclogher and Garrison before arriving into Ballyshannon. The route then heads along the northern shore of Lough Melvin and the shores of Assaroe Lake into Ballyshannon.

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