Waterford Greenway (Waterford to Dungarvan)

Where: Waterford to Dungarvan (46km)

Why: Just three years old, this reboot of an old railway line has been another stunning success. Highlights include big hits like the Victorian railway tunnel near Durrow, Ballyvoile viaduct and Mount Congreve Gardens, and small pleasures like pastries at Coach House Coffee in Kilmacthomas or the sweet counter at O'Mahony's Siopa Beag in Durrow. The 46km won't trouble a serious cyclist, but it may give beginners saddle sores, so take your time, start with a section, and feel your way into it. Before Covid-19, the trail had been developing lovely little touches - like adding bottle refill stations to reduce plastic waste. We can't wait to get back out there... when it's safe, of course.

Trip notes: Bike rental companies (e.g. thegreenwayman.com; waterfordgreenwaybikehire.com) can drop and pick up at agreed points by arrangement. See visitwaterford.com for more information.

If you like this, try: A 6km stretch of greenway links Clifden and Ballynahinch in Connemara. Next steps will see it link to Oughterard, and, ultimately, Galway (we hope!).