Wexford - A diverse cycling location
Wexford offers cyclists stunning coastal views, off-road forest trails and idyllic rural workouts for locals and tourists. The choice is yours! The area around Bunclody and the imposing Mount Leinster is a particular favourite location of local cycling and mountain biking clubs, which includes possibly one of Ireland's toughest climbs - the infamous Corrabut Gap. Since Mark Cavendish and Lance Armstrong climbed Mount Leinster in the 2009 Tour of Ireland this has been a favourite spot for cycling tourism in Wexford. Be ready to be out of the saddle early! For the casual cyclist the humble bike is a great way to see the real rural Wexford landscape and unique locations such as the Raven Wildlife Reserve.
Suggested Cycle routes from Wexford Town
Kilbranish Recreational Area
A favourite location for local mountain biking club www.racing795.com. Kilbranish has a great mix of forest roads and off trail paths. Check out this headcam footage of one the trails used in a national competition.
There are also two-way marked National Looped walks in the forest, one of 3km and a second at 5km. The 3km walk features a gentle climb and should take an hour, while the 5km walk is over more strenuous terrain taking 1 hour 40 minutes to conclude.
Location: 7Km west of Bunclody
W http://www.bunclody.net/Kilbranish-web/index.htm
Carrickduff Bike Skills Park
Thrills galore on the rollercoaster pump track. Specially designed skills features. Always open, always free. Children, beginners, experts, everyone is welcome. The bike park is a great place for young kids to develop balance and bike control skills for life. Opened in summer 2012 the park is a nice boost for local tourism in the area.
Location: Bunclody Swimming Pool grounds, Carrickduff, Bunclody Co Wexford.
W http://carrickduffbikepark.com/
Mount Leinster Challenge Short Route
Mount Leinster and the surrounding Bunclody area are fanastic for both road and mountain biking, especially the infamous Corrabut Gap.
This 100km route starts at Bellefield GAA Complex in Enniscorthy and heads around Mount Leinster, taking in Kiltealy, Borris, Bagenalstown, Fenagh, Myshall and back around towards Enniscorthy. It is a wonderful scenic cycle.
Location: Enniscorthy and Mount Leinster
W www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/5728021
Mount Leinster Challenge 140km Route
Starting at Enniscorthy, this is a more challenging cycle, taking in Kiltealy, Borris, Bagenalstown, Fenagh, Myshall before heading on to Bunclody and Kilmyshall then back towards Enniscorthy.
A good cycle for the brave!
Location: Enniscorthy and Mount Leinster
W http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/fullscreen/5728047/
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