This map was created by a user. 07807276. Royal Canal is located in: Ireland, Meath, Killyon, Royal Canal. Welcome to the Royal Canal Greenway, a long-distance, off-road walking and cycling trail connecting Maynooth with Longford Town. The historic Ranelagh Bridge coming up next seems to make no sense, it was simply preserved when the nearby modern Dunsink Bridge was built. Cruising time and distance. From this thriving town base, explore the trails around the Royal Canal, a 200-year old man made waterway connecting Dublin to this historic meeting place and beyond. You can catch buses to Dublin's city center from here as well. If you carry on, you will pass through a suburban area and soon reach "The Deep Sinking". Explore! Find local businesses, view maps and get driving directions in Google Maps. The old bridle path, much improved since Victorian times, will then lead you via Clonliffe Bridge and Binn's Bridge to the other side of the Royal Canal, the second Lock, and a charming statue of Brendan Behan. Sea Locks (Royal Canal) Scherzer Bridges. Dublin Connolly railway station is situated 640 metres south of Royal Canal. Royal Canal Greenway: 41st Lock to Richmond Harbour. Keep an eye out for the charming Lockkeeper's Cottage at the first Lock, which will have you smiling as you follow the footpath towards the futuristic structures of Croke Park. But work is still in planning and construction on much of it from Dublin to Maynooth. It operated in competition with the Grand Canal which ran an almost parallel route never more than 30 km to the south, and with the Grand, was made redundant by the advent of the railways in the mid-19th century. In a capital city full of traffic, the path is a great escape from the crowds in the heart of the city. The famous mathematician was out for a walk with his wife here in 1843 when inspiration overtook him. "All Along the Banks of the Royal Canal ...". View a full-screen map of the Royal Canal Greenway route. Unexpected server response (403) while retrieving PDF "https://royalcanal.ie/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/Dist.1.pdf". After you pass beneath Clark's Bridge the "Croker" will tower above you, a fitting monument to the enormous role the Gaelic Athletic Association plays in Ireland's public life. From Dublin to Maynooth the canal is divided into five sections using the book “Walking the Royal Canal” Information on this website is taken from these two books and other sources. It is one of two canals from Dublin to the River Shannon and was built in direct competition to the Grand Canal. -- Route part of Dublin to Galway Greenway A planned 8.4km section of the Royal Canal Greenway which links Maynooth, the Intel Ireland campus, Leixlip and the Co Dublin border has strong commuting potential, but proposals for the route do not follow best practice on access, only includes lighting in urban areas, and uses an loose grit surface. With lights, landscaping and public art, these paths are one of our greatest urban developments. Don't miss out on news and tips for your travels. West of Maynooth the greenway is almost finished, bar a few sections. Places will be limited (max 30) so keep an eye on the website and register your boat as soon as possible. You can also display car parks in Royal Canal, real-time traffic information and petrol stations. This is the beginning of the commuter belt, where Dubliners moved to a more rural home until the urban landscape, lifestyle, and problems creep out and meet with them again. For a brisk walk of little more than four hours (or eleven miles), simply follow the Royal Canal, starting at Newcomen Bridge on the North Strand Road. Wikipedia. The Royal Canal branch will be hosting a couple of events, the prime one being Float to the Fleadh. The ViaMichelin map of Royal Canal: get the famous Michelin maps, the result of more than a century of mapping experience. Often without even noticing the lovely urban walkway below them. And, to ensure you are well prepared for your stay in Lucan, you can search the MICHELIN tourist site and restaurant selections (for all covered destinations) and book your accommodation at no additional cost. Here are our tips for driving safely and efficiently. The Passport/Guide provides a wealth of information from orientation with an OSI map, highlighting local history, cultural landmarks and amenities along the route. But all this will not have you prepared for the spectacular Navan Road Interchange, completed in 1996. Weekly Canal Maintenance Schedule - January 11th, 2021 to January 15th, 2021 The chasm continues beyond Coolmine Station and Kirkpatrick Street. The less fuel we use, means the less money we spend. Built amid the 18th-century canal fever that swept across Ireland, the 131km Grand Canal stretches across the country from Dublin to the Shannon. From its historic origins, when horse-drawn barges originally travelled this water route, the canal today has emerged as a relaxing haven for anyone seeking the leisurely pace and secluded spots along its banks.