Electric Bike Experience on Slieve Gullion Mountain

About This Tour

Slieve Gullion is a volcanic mountain in south Armagh surrounded by a ring of smaller hills, ancient forests, and some of the most mythologised landscape in Ireland. Riding an electric bike through it means you get the thrill of the trails without the punishment of the climbs - the Cube e-bikes handle the hard work so you can focus on the scenery.

The hire centre sits less than a mile from the entrance to Slieve Gullion Forest Park. When you arrive, the staff set you up with a bike, a helmet, a high-visibility vest, and a route matched to your riding ability loaded onto the Komoot app on the bike’s phone holder. Routes range from gentle forest paths to more adventurous mountain tracks and old stone trails that have been used for centuries. An optional uplift to the Slieve Gullion car park lets you start higher up if you want more downhill and less climbing.

On clear days, the views from the upper trails are extraordinary - you can see all the way south to Dublin Bay and the Wicklow Mountains. The combination of deep forest, open mountain, and historic village scenery makes this one of the most varied e-bike experiences in Ireland. Three hours is the standard hire, and it is enough to explore properly without rushing.

What’s Included

• Cube electric bike hire for approximately 3 hours
• Helmet and high-visibility vest
• Lights, lock, and accessories pack
• Phone holder fitted to each bike
• Komoot app route guidance
• Safety briefing

What’s Not Included

• Transport to Slieve Gullion (approximately 1.5 hours from Dublin, 1 hour from Belfast)
• Food and drink

Good to Know

• No previous e-bike experience needed - a briefing is provided
• Child seats and trailers are available for families
• Dress for the weather - mountain conditions can change quickly
• Routes run through a mix of paved roads, forest trails, and uneven tracks
• Basic cycling ability is required but the electric assist handles the hills
• Located near Slieve Gullion Forest Park, County Armagh