Cycling Routes

Burren Cycleway

Trailheads: The Burren Cycleway starts at Lahinch and ends in Lisdoonvarna.
Services: Lisdoonvarna, Lahinch, Ballyvaughan and Doolin
Distance: 69km
Time: Approximately 1.5 days
Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
Traffic: Generally light but can get busy during peak holiday season.
Terrain: Hilly, low gears recommended. Breathtaking scenery with a mix of coastal and inland routes.
To Suit: Suitable for people of medium levels of fitness.
Minimum Gear: Helmet, bike, mobile phone, fluid, snacks, waterproofs and a rucksack.

Dolmen Cycleway

Trailheads: Starts and ends in Lisdoonvarna
Services: Lisdoonvarna, Kilfenora, Ballyvaughan
Time: Approximately 1 day
Difficulty: Moderate to difficult
Terrain: Hilly, low gears recommended. Experience the Burren countryside at its best
Traffic: Generally light except during mid tourist season
To Suit: Suitable for people with medium levels of fitness
Minimum Gear: Helmet, bike, mobile phone, fluid, snacks, waterproofs and rucksack

Download PDF Burren&Dolmen Cycleway

Four cycle routes with varying distances from 18km to 47km. Each cycle offers wonderful views of the local countryside with stunning coastal panoramas. There are numerous stop-off points along the way with excellent restaurants, pubs and other facilities and services.

Loop 1:
Distance: 18 km
Time: 1.5 – 2 hours
Route: From Doolin South towards the Cliffs of Moher

Loop 2
Distance: 26/39 km
Time: 3 – 4 hours
Route: Visits the south west corner of North Clare taking in some a mazing coastal views

Loop 3
Distance: 43 km
Time: 4 – 4.5 hours
Route: Goes inland towards Kilfenora and the Burren region

Loop 4
Distance: 21/47 km
Time: 4.5 – 5 hours
Route: Goes north along the coast road with spectacular views of the Aran Islands

Download PDF Doolin Cycle Hub directions