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The Mourne & Slieve Croob Cycle Routes pass through spectacular countryside
ranging from beaches and bays to the majestic Mourne Mountains and hidden treasures
of Slieve Croob, from a bustling fishing harbour to a beautiful hillside village,
past castles, early Christian and ancient stone monuments.
Please choose from the selection of Cycle Routes below for more details on each:
Route 1: The Newcastle/Lough Island Reavy Route
This is a circular route which takes you through some of the most spectacular
scenery, off the main tourist routes. Parts of the route have steep climbs.
Route 2: The Slieve Croob Route
This is a strenuous circular route taking in some very attractive countryside,
with stunning views of the Mourne Mountains and Slieve Croob.
Route 3: The Legananny Route
This is an interesting circular cycle route between Finnis and Castlewellan,
passing through some very pleasant countryside with spectacular views of the
Mourne Mountains.
Route 4: The Cranfield/Greencastle Route
A beautiful route towards Cranfield beach and a visit to historic Greencastle.
Route 5: The Knockchree Route
A beautiful circular cycle route between Kilkeel and Attical, passing through
some lovely countryside with dramatic views of the Mourne Mountains.
Route 6: The Head Road Route
This is a spectacular circular cycle route beneath the High Mournes, with
beautiful views across countryside of patchwork fields and stone walls to the
Irish Sea.
Route 7: The Rostrevor Route
This is an interesting circular route between the villages of Rostrvor and
Hilltown, passing through pleasant countryside with dramatic views of the Rostrevor
and Mourne Mountains and Carlingford Lough.