Walking Trails in Kilkenny

Kilkenny contains a range of trails designed to inspire you to get out and explore the County and countryside.  Detailed below are suggested WALKING routes for you to enjoy.

Scenic Trail: Brandon Hill

Brandon Hill loop starts in the town of Graiguenamanagh. Dist/Time 12km / 5hrs

Scenic Trail: Freshford Loop

Trailhead: Village Green, Freshford, Co. Kilkenny. Dist/Time: 8km / 2-2.5hrs

Scenic Trail: O'Gormans Lane Loop

Trailhead: Primary School, Bennettsbridge, Co. Kilkenny. Dist/Time: 4km / 1hr

Scenic Trail: Castlemorris Wood Loop

Trailhead: Castlemorris Wood Loop, Co. Kilkenny. Dist/Time: 7km / 2hrs-2.5hrs

Scenic Trail: Kilmacoliver Loop

Trailhead: Castlemorris Wood Loop, Co. Kilkenny. Dist/Time: 7km / 2hrs-2.5hrs

Nore Valley Walks: Kilkenny to Bennettsbridge

From Kilkenny: The river walk leaves Kilkenny City under Ossory Bridge. From Bennettsbridge: Under the six arch bridge - take the steps down to the riverbank by Tynan's Butchers shop. Dist/Time: 12km / 2-3hrs

Nore Valley Walks: Thomastown to Inistoige

From Thomastown: From Thomastown GAA pitch, Walk along the border of the GAA pitch to the river bank. From Inistioge: Approaching form the village square, arrive at the riverbank and turn left along the river. Dist/Time: 10.9km / 2-3hrs

Kilkenny Walking Trails

Bundled Version: Scenic County Walks & Nore Valley Walks.