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Route description for Northern Ireland


Northern Ireland

We are sailing from Dunkirk to Rosslare so we are not going via England as this route indicates

Lith

Zuster Allegondastraat 9, Lith, Noord-Brabant, Nederland

51° 48' 26.7" N 5° 26' 15.3" E

51.8074104 5.4375863


☍ 263,4 km (2 hrs. 58 min.)

Veurne

Sint Laurentiusstraat, 8630 Veurne, BelgiumPhone: +32 477 40 17 65

Steenkerkestraat, Veurne, Veurne, West-Vlaanderen, België

51° 3' 27.9" N 2° 41' 20.6" E

51.0577387 2.6890444


☍ 40,0 km ( 31 min.)

Loon

Route de la Maison Blanche, Loon, Noorderdepartement, Hauts-de-France, Frankrijk

51° 0' 0.7" N 2° 11' 51.3" E

51.0001972 2.1975759


☍ 330,1 km (5 hrs. 28 min.)

Calbourne

Thornhurst, Elm Lane, Calbourne, Isle of Wight, Engeland, PO30 4JS, Verenigd Koninkrijk

50° 41' 4" N 1° 23' 54.3" W

50.6844506 -1.3984206


☍ 534,1 km (8 hrs. 20 min.)

E 01;E 30, County Wexford, Ierland

52° 15' 13.8" N 6° 20' 11.9" W

52.2538299 -6.3366277


☍ 279,0 km (2 hrs. 50 min.)

Carlingford Castle

North Quay, The Municipal District of Dundalk, County Louth, Ierland

54° 2' 35.5" N 6° 11' 12.6" W

54.0432065 -6.1868417


☍ 98,9 km (1 hrs. 21 min.)

Carrickfergus

Queensway, Carrickfergus, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 43' 31.4" N 5° 47' 29.7" W

54.7253947 -5.7915703


☍ 10,8 km ( 13 min.)

Islandmagee

In 1902, the Gobbins cliff path was designed by Irish railway engineer Berkeley Deane Wise. The path hangs from the basalt cliffs directly over the Irish Sea. Unfortunately, by 1954, the Gobbins had become so neglected that it had to be closed. After a major renovation in 2015, the path reopened and the Gobbins is considered a popular stop on the Causeway Coastal Route.

Would you like to take a guided tour of the cliff path? An enthusiastic guide can tell you all about the history, nature and animals in this area. The Gobbins is over 3 kilometres long and takes you along the very edge of Islandmagee. During this almost 3-hour walk, you are only allowed to take your phone or camera and a bottle of water. Make sure you wear high walking shoes, because these are mandatory during the walk. This way you can fully enjoy the stunning natural spectacle.

Fun fact: Northern Ireland's only puffin colony makes its home in the cliffs of The Gobbins to lay their eggs.

Ballystrudder Road 9, Islandmagee, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 46' 43" N 5° 42' 45.6" W

54.7786151 -5.7126773


☍ 60,7 km (1 hrs. 5 min.)

Cushendun

Main Street, Cushendun, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 7' 30.9" N 6° 2' 32.5" W

55.1252468 -6.0423483


☍ 19,3 km ( 20 min.)

Ballycastle

Stay overnight in the attractive village of Ballycastle and take an early morning ferry to Rathlin Island, famous for its stunning views and a paradise for birdwatchers.

The Diamond 5, Ballycastle, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 12' 2.5" N 6° 15' 1" W

55.2006882 -6.2502820


☍ 12,4 km ( 11 min.)

Bregagh Road, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

Bregagh Road in County Antrim, Are you a Game of Thrones fan? Then be sure to visit the Dark Hedges. These beech trees were planted in the 18th century by the Stuart family to impress visitors. Past the trees you will find the impressive Georgian house 'Gracehill House'. Two hundred years later it is still an impressive sight. The Dark Hedges are located on Bregagh Road in County Antrim. If you come early in the day you have the best chance of a photo without people!

55° 8' 6.6" N 6° 22' 55" W

55.1351690 -6.3819409


☍ 13,0 km ( 14 min.)

Ballintoy

Main Street, Ballintoy, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 14' 12.4" N 6° 21' 33.6" W

55.2367811 -6.3593257


☍ 13,0 km ( 14 min.)

Bushmills

Do you like a good glass of Irish whiskey? Then be sure to visit Old Bushmills Distillery! On the north coast you will find the oldest recognized distillery in the world. Whiskey has been made here since 1608 using Irish barley and unique water from its own stream. The Bushmills Brand Experience includes tours of the working distillery with all the associated smells and tastings. The triple distillation is at the heart of all Bushmills whiskeys and creates a unique combination of richness and smoothness.

Tour Route 2, Bushmills, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 12' 6.4" N 6° 31' 14.6" W

55.2017849 -6.5207306


☍ 11,2 km ( 16 min.)

Portrush

Mark Street, Portrush, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 12' 21.7" N 6° 39' 14.6" W

55.2060325 -6.6540486


☍ 6,2 km ( 8 min.)

Portballintrae

Visit the oldest working whisky distillery on the island, then explore the medieval remains of the seat of the Earls of County Antrim.

Ballyclough Road, Portballintrae, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 12' 33.1" N 6° 34' 26.3" W

55.2091952 -6.5739771


☍ 11,0 km ( 15 min.)

Portstewart

The Diamond, Portstewart, County Londonderry, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 10' 58.5" N 6° 43' 7.3" W

55.1829096 -6.7187008


☍ 18,8 km ( 24 min.)

Castlerock

This temple is situated in the beautiful surroundings of Downhill Demesne, near the coastal village of Castlerock. Mussenden Temple was built in 1785 on a cliff 120 feet high above the Atlantic Ocean on the northwest coast. At that time, the temple served as a summer library for the Bishop of Derry and Earl of Bristol. Over the years, the temple was in danger of being lost due to erosion of the cliff. To prevent this, the National Trust carried out cliff stabilisation in 1997 to prevent the loss of this building. Today, the temple and the surrounding views are one of the most photographed locations in Ireland.

Mussenden Road, Castlerock, County Londonderry, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 10' 4.6" N 6° 48' 39.1" W

55.1679565 -6.8108539


☍ 15,9 km ( 16 min.)

64, Newmills Road, County Londonderry, Noord-Ierland, BT52 2JS, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 7' 17.6" N 6° 37' 15.4" W

55.1215483 -6.6209505


☍ 54,3 km ( 53 min.)

Derry/Londonderry

A walled wonder


Climb to the top of the city walls in Derry~Londonderry and see for yourself. History is all around you. The walls you are standing on were built over 400 years ago. Look out over the Bogside area and you will see history literally written on the walls in the famous murals. Traditional Irish music resounds from the cozy pubs, the museums tell stories of times gone by and the locals still celebrate centuries-old festivals.

View the city from the Peace Bridge

Waterloo Place 16, Derry/Londonderry, County Londonderry, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 59' 52.3" N 7° 19' 16.7" W

54.9978678 -7.3213056


☍ 52,3 km ( 54 min.)

Coleraine

The Diamond, Coleraine, County Londonderry, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 7' 53.7" N 6° 40' 18.7" W

55.1315912 -6.6718610


☍ 28,5 km ( 33 min.)

Carrick-a-rede Rope Bridge, County Antrim, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 14' 22.6" N 6° 19' 56.7" W

55.2396127 -6.3324200


☍ 50,7 km ( 50 min.)

Limavady

Stay at Carrowmena Activity Centra in Limavady, a glamping site with 15 pitches available. This costs around £24 per night. You will be sleeping close to the beautiful Roe Valley Country Park, which is a great destination for walkers.

Catherine Street, Limavady, County Londonderry, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

55° 3' 1.7" N 6° 57' 1.8" W

55.0504857 -6.9505134


☍ 47,4 km ( 44 min.)

Strabane

Railway Street, Strabane, County Tyrone, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 49' 44" N 7° 28' 9.2" W

54.8289026 -7.4692192


☍ 51,1 km ( 47 min.)

Tirconnel Street, County Donegal, Ierland

54° 39' 22.3" N 8° 6' 37.6" W

54.6561985 -8.1104460


☍ 67,5 km (1 hrs. )

Omagh

Ashley Gardens, Omagh, County Tyrone, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 35' 39.6" N 7° 18' 13.1" W

54.5943217 -7.3036385


☍ 43,8 km ( 40 min.)

Enniskillen

Marble Arch Caves (Open Year-Round) Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark

This nature park is home to some of the most beautiful scenery in the north of Ireland. It ranges from rugged highlands, forests and lakes to gently rolling drumlins. The landscapes of the Geopark represent a complex geological history dating back 650 million years. The Marble Arch Caves are one of the finest show caves in Europe. The caves offer a fascinating natural underworld of rivers, waterfalls, winding passages and chambers, while stunningly beautiful cave formations glitter all around. A true spectacle to walk through.

The Diamond, Enniskillen, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 20' 41.5" N 7° 38' 20.2" W

54.3448538 -7.6389365


☍ 81,8 km (1 hrs. 6 min.)

Armagh

Lonsdale Road, Armagh, County Armagh, Noord-Ierland, Verenigd Koninkrijk

54° 21' 1.2" N 6° 39' 12.8" W

54.3503408 -6.6535495


☍ 242,5 km (3 hrs. 2 min.)

Galway (stad)

Forster Court, Galway (stad), County Galway, Ierland

53° 16' 44.2" N 9° 2' 35.8" W

53.2789405 -9.0432745


☍ 96,0 km (1 hrs. 5 min.)

Limerick

Brookville Avenue 27, Limerick, County Limerick, Ierland

52° 40' 22.4" N 8° 39' 6.7" W

52.6728780 -8.6518510


☍ 141,6 km (1 hrs. 36 min.)

Kilkenny

James's Street, Kilkenny, County Kilkenny, Ierland

52° 39' 9.1" N 7° 15' 14.1" W

52.6525294 -7.2539101


☍ 49,7 km ( 33 min.)

Waterford

Dock Road, Waterford, County Waterford, Ierland

52° 15' 50.8" N 7° 6' 30.7" W

52.2641031 -7.1085242


☍ 70,4 km ( 51 min.)

L3064, County Wexford, Ierland

52° 13' 22.9" N 6° 23' 34" W

52.2230166 -6.3927784