Freshford Loop
Kilkenny, Ireland
Loop trail in Kilkenny, Ireland. Hiking & Walking.
- Distance
- 3.5 mi (5.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 200 ft (61 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 15 min
- High point
- 476 ft (145 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Loop
Along the way
- Historic site: Upperwood Demesne Ringfort (rath) 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from start
- Historic site: Ballylarkin Lower Ringfort 1 mi (1.6 km) from start
- Historic site: Emma Jane Browne-Clayton 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Freshford Loop
How long is Freshford Loop?
Freshford Loop is 3.5 mi (5.6 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 15 min. It climbs 200 ft (61 m) in total, up to a high point of 476 ft (145 m).
How hard is Freshford Loop?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Freshford Loop?
11 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Freshford Loop?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 2.5 mi (4 km).
Is Freshford Loop shaded?
Partly shaded (62% under trees).
What can you do on Freshford Loop?
Best for Hiking. Also: Walking.
Where can you eat near Freshford Loop?
Loop Café, 1 mi (1.5 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Liam Ó Séaghdha, 1 mi (1.6 km).
Is this a good week for Freshford Loop?
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.
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GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap