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Visit Kilkenny this summer for that well earned break
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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
Nore Valley Walks: The Nore Linear Park
Kilkenny City
Kilkenny Walking Trails
Bundled Version: Scenic County Walks & Nore Valley Walks.
