Donegal Cycle Route
Donegal, Ireland
Point-to-point trail in Donegal, Ireland. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 153 mi (246.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 8,675 ft (2,644 m)
- Est. Time
- 17 hr
- High point
- 636 ft (194 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Historic site: John Doherty 20.4 mi (32.8 km) from start
- Peak: Cnoc Dhroim Loch Druid 39.2 mi (63.2 km) from start
- Picnic area 66.3 mi (106.7 km) from start
- Attraction: PoleStar Monument 123.5 mi (198.8 km) from start
- Picnic area: McDonald's Outdoor Seating Area 124.6 mi (200.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Pluck Standing Stone 130 mi (209.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Donegal Cycle Route
How long is Donegal Cycle Route?
Donegal Cycle Route is 153 mi (246.2 km) long. Most people take about 17 hr. It climbs 8,675 ft (2,644 m) in total, up to a high point of 636 ft (194 m).
How hard is Donegal Cycle Route?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Donegal Cycle Route?
Parking at the start, 7 spaces. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Donegal Cycle Route?
Water at the trailhead only: carry enough. Toilets: Trailhead, 146.1 mi (235.1 km).
Is Donegal Cycle Route shaded?
Mostly exposed (17% under trees).
What can you do on Donegal Cycle Route?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Donegal Cycle Route?
The Reveller Bar, 0 mi (0 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Spar, 0 mi (0 km). 2 picnic spots.
Is this a good week for Donegal Cycle Route?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
Trails near Donegal Cycle Route
- Ballyshannon Cycle Hub - Loop 2 Leitrim · Moderate · 18.9 mi (30.4 km)
- Ballyshannon Cycle Hub - Loop 1 Donegal · Moderate · 23.1 mi (37.2 km)
- Kingfisher Cycle Trail - Ballyshannon - Rossnowlagh - Belleek (Ride 4) Donegal · Moderate · 18.5 mi (29.7 km)
- Slà Na Finne - Sli Dhun na nGall Donegal · Expert · 31.1 mi (50 km)
- Bannadoo Trail Donegal · Moderate · 6.1 mi (9.7 km)
- EuroVelo 1 Sligo · Hard · 41.5 mi (66.9 km)
- EuroVelo 1 Donegal · Moderate · 26.9 mi (43.3 km)
- Holy Well Trail Donegal · Easy · 1.4 mi (2.3 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap