Barrow Greenway

Lowtown Vicarstown

Distance

90.3km

Elevation

20m

Time

Cycling: 6h 1m

Walking: 18h 4m

Difficulty

Leisure

Surface Finish

Mixed

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Overview

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Lowtown to Rathangan

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Rathangan to Monasterevin

Monasterevin to Vicarstown

Vicarstown to Athy

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Amenities

Toilets
Parking
picnic-area
Café
bus-stop
Playground
Bike Parking
bike-repair

Route connects with…

Grand Canal Way Greenway

Dublin Shannon Harbour

Leisure

Distance: 131.8km

Cycling: 8h 47m

Walking: 26h 22m

The Grand Canal Greenway runs for more than 130km from Dublin’s Grand Canal Dock through the counties of Kildare and Offaly to Shannon Harbour, where it meets the River Shannon. Following the original towpath of one of Ireland’s great 18th-century engineering projects, it is a route that blends urban bustle, quiet farmland, and bogland landscapes....

Code of Conduct

To keep our greenways welcoming and safe for all users—walkers, cyclists, families, and wildlife alike—please review our Code of Conduct before you go.

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Getting There

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FAQs

Can I get to the route by rail?

Yes, there are trains that serve Monasterevin and Athy which will give to access to the greenway. For further information on times visit https://www.irishrail.ie

Can I access the route by bus?

Rathangan, Monasterevin and Athy are serviced by a bus network. For further details on the services along the route visit: https://www.transportforireland.ie/

News and Updates

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Maynooth–Leixlip Royal Canal Greenway Section Officially Opened by Minister O’Brien

Route Updates

26 Nov 2025

Maynooth–Leixlip Royal Canal Greenway Section Officially Opened by Minister O’Brien

Kildare County Council is delighted to announce the official opening of the Maynooth to Leixlip section of the Royal Canal Greenway. The official opening...

Rathkeale Trailhead Officially Opens as Mayor and Minister Unveil Major Greenway Upgrade

The Rathkeale trailhead facility was officially opened today, by the Mayor of Limerick, John Moran and Minister of State at the Department of Transport, Jerry...

Louth County Council Completes Carlingford Lough Greenway Connecting Newry and Carlingford

Louth County Council, in partnership with Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and East Border Region, is proud to announce the completion of the Carlingford...