Royal Canal Greenway

Longwood - Killucan

Follow the Royal Canal Greenway

Co. Meath & Co. Westmeath
15km
W - 3hrs / C - 45mins
Easy

Details
Map

Format:

Linear

Trail Quality:

Category:

Walking & Cycling Trails

Type:

Greenway

Length:

15km

Estimated Time:

W - 3hrs / C - 45mins

Start point:

Longwood

End point:

Killucan

Dogs Allowed:

Yes

Surfaces:

Gravel Path & Quiet Roads

Attractions:

Clonard Heritage Trail, St Mary’s Abbey, Trim Castle, Trim Visitor Centre and Medieval Armoury, Boyne Valley Activities, Black Friary Archaeology School, Hill of Tara.

Accommodation:

Visit the tourism website (link below) to see options close to this trail.

Facilities:

Longwood: Shops, pubs and eateries.
Hill of Down: Shop and pub
Killucan: Shop, pubs and eateries.

Public Transport:

Longwood and Killucan are serviced by bus only. See www.transportforireland.ie for routes and timetables.

Map guide available:

Click on map tab above.

Advice

The Estimated Time to complete this trail is based on an average Walking speed of 5km/hr and Cycling speed of 20km/hr.
Trailheads are where you will find most visitor services, accommodation, food, parking and hire. We recommend you start your journey at a Trailhead.
All trails can be completed in either direction.
The Royal Canal Greenway is generally level and surfaced. Gradients are kept to a minimum and you'll find plenty of places to rest along the way.
Remember to Leave no Trace. Littering spoils the Greenway experience for everyone.
This is a shared use trail so please be considerate of other users.
Cycle at a safe speed. Cyclists, please give way to walkers, slow down and ring your bell when approaching.
Dogs need to be kept on a short lead at all times - please clean up after them.
Be Safe and be Seen! Wear appropriate clothing for your activity and the weather.
The trail is mostly off-road. However at some locations, the Greenway crosses a main road. Please use crossing points provided and please cross with care.
Emergencies - In the likely event of an emergency dial 999 or 112 to contact Emergency Services.