21 miles
Linear
Lagan and Lough Cycle Way
The Lagan and Lough Cycle Way on National Cycle Network Route number 93 and 9 is a 21 mile mostly traffic-free cycle and walking route connecting Lisburn, Belfast and Jordanstown. The route is suitable for novice and family cyclists of all ages and abilities and passes along the waterside of the Lagan Towpath and Belfast Lough.
TRAIL INFORMATION
The route begins at Loughshore Park in Jordanstown. Begin cycling through Whiteabbey village and stop at Hazelbank Park for picture perfect views across Belfast Lough. Continue along North Foreshore Path to Donegal Quay.
Follow the River Lagan through the city enjoying the cityscape views with the Belfast Hills as the backdrop. Keeping to the banks of the River Lagan, you will pass a number of public parks including the National Trust property at Minnowburn and the historic Giant's Ring archaeological site.
Continuing through Lagan Valley Regional Park the route finishes up at the Union Docks in Lisburn, on National Route 9.
**From Whiteabbey to Queen’s Bridge Belfast, this section follows National Route 93 and from Queen’s Bridge Belfast to Lisburn it follows National Route 9**
TRAIL INFORMATION
The route begins at Loughshore Park in Jordanstown. Begin cycling through Whiteabbey village and stop at Hazelbank Park for picture perfect views across Belfast Lough. Continue along North Foreshore Path to Donegal Quay.
Follow the River Lagan through the city enjoying the cityscape views with the Belfast Hills as the backdrop. Keeping to the banks of the River Lagan, you will pass a number of public parks including the National Trust property at Minnowburn and the historic Giant's Ring archaeological site.
Continuing through Lagan Valley Regional Park the route finishes up at the Union Docks in Lisburn, on National Route 9.
**From Whiteabbey to Queen’s Bridge Belfast, this section follows National Route 93 and from Queen’s Bridge Belfast to Lisburn it follows National Route 9**
GETTING TO THE START
Entrance: Union Locks, Blaris Road, Lisburn. See map for other access points.
- Facilities Refreshments and toilets available at various locations along the route including Island Civic Centre, Lisburn, Cutters Wharf and the Lock-Keeper's Inn, Belfast as well as the Loughshore Cafe in Whiteabbey. Disabled Adult Changing Room and disabled parking available a Island Civic Centre.
- Getting to the Start Entrance: Union Locks, Blaris Road, Lisburn. See map for other access points.
- Traffic Information Traffic where roads transact the towpath. Occasional maintenance vehicles
- Accessible Facilities Relatively flat path with good tarmac surface. The stiles have been removed along the length of the towpath, however the gate is still in place at Shaw's bridge.
