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Malahide, Donabate and Ballyboughal

53.4 km · +158 m · ~2¼h · Dublin · Loop

Dublin·Ireland

Malahide, Donabate and Ballyboughal

53.4 km

Distance

158 m

Gain

~2¼h

Time

road

Surface

Ride something like this

Road Standard

Meets the LOOPS Road Standard: no main roads, nothing over 80 km/h, 100% paved.

Ride at your own risk. Roads, surfaces and conditions change — check the weather, carry what you need, obey traffic law and use your own judgement. Route information is provided as a guide only.

Elevation Profile

0-3%
3-5%
5-7%
7-10%
10%+
Descent

About this route

Round the estuary to Donabate and out towards Portrane, then west over the M1 to the lanes around Ballyboughal. Back past Rowlestown and the west side of Swords to Malahide.

FAQ

Malahide, Donabate and Ballyboughal is a moderate 53.4km road route with 158m of climbing. Beginners can complete it with a little base fitness — allow extra time and pace the climbs.