Day ride - River Lagan Towpath
Type of route: 95% traffic-free
Length: 12 miles one way
Gradient: easy gradient river towpath
Time needed: allow 2 hours
Access: Belfast and Lisburn train stations
National Cycle Network route numbers: 9
The popular River Lagan towpath links the centre of Belfast with the town of Lisburn. Starting at the revitalised Belfast waterfront, the path leaves the city behind as it passes through the attractive Lagan Valley Regional Park. Along the path a series of artworks have been constructed that celebrate and relect upon the River Lagans rich history and distinctive local character.
Other points of interest include Lisburn Cathedral, Belfast’s Botanic Gardens and the neolithic Giant’s Ring and Chambered Cave.
Free information for this route is available from Sustrans (www.sustrans.co.uk/default.asp?sID=1095335304515#cmsanchormaps).