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Cycling tourism in its Achilles: From Pirate Queens to Movie Stars

Recreational cycle route » Ireland » Mayo » Island of Ireland » Westport-Belmullet Municipal District » Cycling tourism in its Achilles: From Pirate Queens to Movie Stars

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Ierland - Peter Vandermeersch

60.5 km

647 m

04h01

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Last verified: 11 June 2026

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This route takes you over Achill Island, located in County Mayo on the rugged Irish west coast. The region is known for its unspoiled, expansive peat bogs and dramatic coastlines along the Wild Atlantic Way.

The absolute highlight is the cinematic landscape; you literally cycle through the setting of the Oscar-nominated film The Banshees of Inisherin. Be sure to keep an eye out for Carrickkildavnet Castle, a strategic tower house that once belonged to the legendary pirate queen Grace O’Malley.

With a length of 60.5 km and a total ascent of 647 m, this is a challenging bite.

The route starts and ends on the R319 in Doogea. Although the nearby Achill train station has been closed since 1937, the area around local attractions such as Johnny Patten's pub in Derreens often offers parking for those coming by car.

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