Cycling & Walking in Mulranny
The Great Western Greenway
The Great Western Greenway, between Mulranny and Newport, is Ireland's longest (traffic free) cycling and walking trail.
For more information on The Great Western Greenway, visit the Mulranny Tourism website.
The Mulranny to Newport Great Western Greenway follows a section of the route of the old Westport to Achill railway line, built during the 1800's, which closed down in 1937. The Newport to Mulranny trail stretches 18km and is the first phase of a planned three dedicated walking & cycling routes to be completed. Two other routes - a 13km Mulranny to Achill Island and 11km Westport to Newport - will both be completed in the near future. This will resulting in a 42km off-road cycle and walking route, which will provide an excellent recreational amenity for locals and visitors alike.
The Great Western Greenway, with its gentle gradients and outstanding scenery, is suitable for people with moderate levels of fitness. The route commands breathtaking views of Clew Bay and Croagh Patrick to the south and the Nephin Beg Range to the north and offers an exciting and safe outdoor experience for all the family. Walking, strolling or cycling along this scenic path will afford you some of the most idyllic scenery in the west of Ireland. It is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the beautiful woodlands and some of the original hand-cut stone bridges - a great reminder of the glorious railway era.
The Great Western Greenway is already an excellent local amenity and tourist attraction which will help to establish Mayo as a premier walking and cycling destination. The project was developed by Mayo County Council with the co-operation of local landowners, and in partnership with other state agencies and bodies and co-funded by the Department of Transport and Fáilte Ireland.
The Great Western Greenway forms part of the National Cycle Network which is being developed throughout Ireland. A number of cycle hub towns will be located across the country with each town having a number of looped cycle groups consisting of half and full day cycles.
Bicycle hire is available locally in Newport and Mulranny.
