Description

Around Ireland on a Bike is an essential companion for anyone planning to explore Ireland by bicycle. Written by experienced cyclist and renowned cartographer Paul Benjaminse, this practical guide combines expertly designed route maps with invaluable travel advice to help cyclists experience the very best of Ireland’s diverse landscapes, welcoming communities, and quiet country roads.

The guide follows a carefully planned route around Ireland, beginning in Belfast and travelling through many of the country’s most celebrated regions, including Sligo, Connemara, The Burren, Cork, Leinster, and the Dublin Mountains. Along the way, readers are introduced to dramatic coastlines, rolling hills, ancient monastic ruins, picturesque villages, and breathtaking Atlantic scenery. Benjaminse provides clear navigation using 64 detailed maps, together with practical information on accommodation, places to eat, route planning, terrain, and services for cyclists, making it suitable for both experienced cycle tourists and adventurous newcomers.

Designed in a convenient spiral-bound format for easy use on the road, Around Ireland on a Bike is both a travel guide and a route planner. Whether you’re embarking on a multi-day cycling holiday or exploring sections of Ireland’s scenic countryside, this guide offers reliable advice, carefully selected routes, and local insights to help you enjoy an unforgettable cycling adventure across one of Europe’s most beautiful destinations.