**The Lagan Towpath section between Drumbridge and Gilchrist Bridge will be closed (Mondays to Fridays) for a maxiumum of 4 weeks between November and December for upgrading / widening works.
The Lagan Valley Regional Park apologises for any incovenience and ask for your cooperation during this period.
Possible alternative routes along Upper Malone Road via Shaw's Bridge and Mary Peter's Track.
For more info please contact LVRP 028 9049 1922 .
The Lagan and Lough Cycle Way on National Cycle Network Route number 93 and 9 is a 21 mile mostly traffic-free cycle and walking route connecting Lisburn, Belfast and Jordanstown. The route is suitable for novice and family cyclists of all ages and abilities and passes along the waterside of the Lagan Towpath and Belfast Lough.
| County | Antrim, Down |
| Nearest Town | Whiteabbey |
| Distance | 21 miles miles |
| OS Map | 15 & 20 |
| Route Type | Coastal, Riverside |
| Route Shape | Linear |
| Public Roads | Off Public Road |
| AONB | Lagan Valley, Other Area |
| Grid Ref (Start) | J368838 |
| Grid Ref (End) | J260624 |
Relatively flat tarmac towpath and coastal route
Various relics of the old Lagan Navigation system
Laganside area
Sculpture & public arts trails
The route begins at Loughshore Park in Jordanstown. Begin cycling through Whiteabbey village and stop at Hazelbank Park for picture perfect views across Belfast Lough. Continue along North Foreshore Path to Donegal Quay.
Follow the River Lagan through the city enjoying the cityscape views with the Belfast Hills as the backdrop. Keeping to the banks of the River Lagan, you will pass a number of public parks including the National Trust property at Minnowburn and the historic Giant's Ring archaeological site.
Continuing through Lagan Valley Regional Park the route finishes up at the Union Docks in Lisburn, on National Route 9.
**From Whiteabbey to Queen’s Bridge Belfast, this section follows National Route 93 and from Queen’s Bridge Belfast to Lisburn it follows National Route 9**
Entrance: Union Locks, Blaris Road, Lisburn
Traffic where roads transact the towpath. Occasional maintenance vehicles
Refreshments and toilets available at various locations along the route including Island Civic Centre, Lisburn and Lock-Keeper's Inn, Belfast. Disabled Adult Changing Room and disabled parking available a Island Civic Centre.
This route has accessible toilet facilities.
Relatively flat path with good tarmac surface. Stiles at most road junctions, extreme care should be taken when crossing at these points.
The Lagan & Lough Cycle Way Leaflet
Lisburn TIC Tel: 028 92660038
Lough Neagh Discovery Centre, Craigavon
Glas-na-braden Glen & Valley Park, Newtownabbey
This information is provided by Countryside Access and Activities Network, The Stableyard, Barnett's Demesne, Malone Road, Belfast, BT9 5PB.
Tel: 028 9030 3930
Fax: 028 9062 6248
info@cycleni.com
www.countrysiderecreation.com
Every care has been taken to ensure accuracy of the information. We cannot accept responsibility for errors or omissions but where such are brought to our attention, the information will be amended accordingly.