CYCLING in Ireland’s County Antrim

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  • Causeway Coastal Route: A world-renowned coastal road hugging the north Antrim coastline, passing dramatic cliffs, beaches, and landmarks such as the Giant’s Causeway, Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge, and Dunluce Castle; ideal for road cyclists seeking breathtaking sea views and moderate hills.
  • Antrim Coast and Glens Loop: A challenging route exploring the nine Glens of Antrim, combining coastal sections with inland ascents through lush valleys and quiet backroads, offering a mix of rolling hills and serene rural scenery.
  • Torr Head Scenic Route: A demanding detour from the main coastal road, featuring steep climbs and descents along narrow lanes with spectacular clifftop views towards Scotland, popular among experienced cyclists for its raw, rugged beauty.
  • Giant’s Causeway to Ballintoy Section: A shorter, highly scenic stretch of the Causeway Coast, including the iconic basalt columns, Whitepark Bay, and Ballintoy Harbour, with undulating roads and stunning Atlantic vistas.
  • Islandmagee Peninsula Circuit: A looped route around this coastal peninsula east of Larne, providing quiet country lanes, sea views, and opportunities to explore hidden bays and villages, suitable for a relaxed day ride.
  • ECOS Cycle Trail: A quieter inland path linking Ballymena to Glenarm over the Antrim Plateau, mostly on minor roads with some traffic-free sections, passing through picturesque villages and offering views of Slemish Mountain.
  • Loughshore Trail (Antrim Section): Part of a longer lakeside network around Lough Neagh, featuring flat, family-friendly paths near Antrim town with waterside views and historic sites like Antrim Castle Gardens.
  • Ballycastle to Cushendall via Fair Head: A hilly coastal and glen route with panoramic overlooks, passing dramatic headlands and descending into charming villages in the heart 
    of the Glens of Antrim.

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