County
Mayo
Distance
44.5 km
Duration
10 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Total Ascent
90 m
Activity
Cycling
At the trailhead
- Parking · Attireesh (north or N59 ca 500m from Westporty town centre)
- Public transport
- Toilets
- Drinking water
- Dogs allowed
- Part accessible · Surfaced greenway — largely step-free
Ireland’s longest off-road walking and cycling trail, the Great Western Greenway follows the route of the old Westport to Achill railway line. This flat, traffic-free route is perfect for families and offers stunning views of Clew Bay and the Atlantic Ocean, passing through charming villages and alongside beautiful beaches.
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Route data: Get Ireland Active – Sport Ireland
Elevation profile
Elevation data: EU-DEM 25 m © European Union, Copernicus. Profile follows the main waymarked line.
Along the way
Peaks
Heritage & points of interest
+4 more nearby
Food & drink
+18 more nearby
Nature & wildlife
Data sources: map & points of interest © OpenStreetMap contributors · facilities from Get Ireland Active – Sport Ireland · species via GBIF · protected areas via NPWS.