Cycle the Royal Canal or Old Rail Greenway from Mullingar

About This Tour

Come pedal through green rolling hills, blue lakeshores and canals, tranquil country roads, and along the picturesque Royal Canal Greenway or the Old Rail Greenway to Athlone. Experience the charming landscapes of Ireland’s Hidden Heartland in County Westmeath on this self guided cycle. Choose from three stunning loops, all starting at Mullingar Railway Station, designed to suit every cyclist-from relaxed adventurers to enthusiasts seeking a challenge. With optional stops for refreshments and scenic swims at Lough Owel or Lough Ennell, which are highlights!. Explore inviting and rural villages and historic sites on route. We offer a wide range of quality bikes, including electric, hybrid, kids’ bikes, and tandems, plus helmets, hi-viz jackets, child seats and trailers. Friendly support, free parking, toilets and showers at the Royal Canal Harbour HUB make your Irish bike adventure truly effortless. Suitable for all fitness levels and families.

What’s Included

• On-site facilities: free parking, toilets, showers
• Bicycle hire (electric, hybrid, kids’ bikes, tandems)
• Locks and detailed maps of routes
• Helmets and hi-viz jackets for adults and children
• Child seats and trailers available

What’s Not Included

• Food & drink

Itinerary

1. A 43-kilometer walking and cycling route in County Westmeath, Ireland (pass by)
2. 130–145 km long off-road walking and cycling trail in Ireland that follows the historic Royal Canal. It connects Maynooth with the River Shannon at Cloondara, passing through counties Kildare, Meath, and Westmeath, and has been designated as part of the Dublin-Galway Greenway and EuroVelo EV2 (pass by)

Meeting point: Mullingar Bike Hire, Royal Canal Harbour Hub

Good to Know

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Maximum group size: 20 travelers.