Heritage Route
Waterford, Ireland
Point-to-point trail in Waterford, Ireland. Road & touring bike.
- Distance
- 59.4 mi (95.6 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,956 ft (901 m)
- Est. Time
- 6 hr 25 min
- High point
- 476 ft (145 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite: Blackwater Eco Pods 9.6 mi (15.5 km) from start
- Historic site: Dromana Gate 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from start
- Historic site: Ambrose Power Memorial 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Visitor Centre 18.4 mi (29.6 km) from start
- Waterfall 31.7 mi (51 km) from start
- Spring: St Michael's Well 33.2 mi (53.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Heritage Route
How long is Heritage Route?
Heritage Route is 59.4 mi (95.6 km) long. Most people take about 6 hr 25 min. It climbs 2,956 ft (901 m) in total, up to a high point of 476 ft (145 m).
How hard is Heritage Route?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Heritage Route?
Parking at the far end. 25 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Heritage Route?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead, 18.4 mi (29.5 km), 18.4 mi (29.6 km), 18.4 mi (29.6 km). 1 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Heritage Route shaded?
Partly shaded (33% under trees).
What can you do on Heritage Route?
Best for Road & touring bike.
Where can you eat near Heritage Route?
Cafe Anne Le Roy, 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Circle K, 0.7 mi (1.2 km).
Is this a good week for Heritage 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.
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- Coumduala Loop Waterford · Expert · 9.1 mi (14.7 km)
- Siglloges Loop Waterford · Hard · 5 mi (8.1 km)
- The Gap Walk Waterford · Moderate · 3 mi (4.9 km)
- Glenshelane Red Walk Waterford · Hard · 9.7 mi (15.6 km)
- Glenshelane Blue Walk Waterford · Easy · 1.3 mi (2.1 km)
- Coumshingaun Loop Walk Waterford · Hard · 5.1 mi (8.2 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap