Walking Trails
Walking Trail Grading Information
EASY: Generally flat trails with a smooth surface and some gentle slopes or shallow steps. These trails are generally suitable for family groups including children and the elderly. Normal outdoor footwear can be worn
MODERATE: These trails may have some climbs and may have an uneven surface where the going is rough underfoot with some obstacles such as protruding roots, rocks etc. The routes are appropriate for people with a moderate level of fitness and some walking experience. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing is recommended.
HARD / STRENUOUS: These are physically demanding trails, which will typically have some sections with steep climbs for long periods and the going underfoot can be extremely rough including many obstacles. Suitable for users accustomed to walking on rough ground and with a high level of fitness. Specific outdoor walking footwear and clothing required.
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Brandon Hill Loop
Difficulty Hard | Distance 19km | Ascent 600m | Time 5-6h | Type Loop
Brandon Hill Summit Walk
Difficulty Hard | Distance 7.5km | Ascent 350m | Time 2-3h | Type Loop
Castlecomer Loops
Difficulty Easy | Distance 4-6km | Ascent 30-150m | Time 45min-2h | Type Loop
Castlemorris Loops
Difficulty Easy | Distance 7km | Ascent 90-160m | Time 2-2.5h | Type Loop
City Walks
A series of riverside walking routes running parallel to the River Nore.
Community Walks
A series of local road waymarked loops based on local roads.
Freshford Loop
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 6km | Ascent 100m | Time 1.5h | Type Loop
Gathabawn Loops
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 6.5-11.5km | Ascent 40m | Time 1.5-2.5h | Type Loop
Graiguenamanagh to Inistioge (South Leinster Way)
Difficulty Moderate / Hard | Distance 17km | Ascent 490m | Time 5h | Type Linear
Inistioge to Mullinavat (South Leinster Way)
Difficulty Moderate / Hard | Distance 27km | Ascent 450m | Time 8-9h | Type Linear
Jenkinstown Loops
Difficulty Easy | Distance 4km | Ascent 30-120m | Time 1-1.5h | Type Loop
Kilkenny to Bennettsbridge (Nore Valley Walk)
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 12km | Ascent – | Time 2-3h | Type Linear
Kilmacoliver Loop Walks
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 2.8-4.5km | Ascent 110-120m | Time 50min-1.25h | Type Loop
The Millennium Loop
Difficulty – Easy | Distance – 2-3km | Ascent – 2m | Time – 1-1.5h | Type – Loop
Mountain Grove Loop
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 4km | Ascent 70-90m | Time 1-1.5h | Type Loop
O’Gorman’s Lane Loop
Difficulty Easy | Distance 4km | Ascent 20-60m | Time 1h | Type Loop
Silaire Wood Loops
Difficulty Easy | Distance 3km | Ascent 30m | Time 45min | Type Loop
South Leinster Way
A long-distance walking route of approximately 105 kilometers
Thomastown Grennan Loop
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 7km | Ascent 60m | Time 1.5-2h | Type Loop
Thomastown to Inistioge (Nore Valley Walk)
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 10.9km | Ascent – | Time 2-3h | Type Linear
Tory Hill Loops
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 4km | Ascent 120-150m | Time 1-1.5h | Type Loop
Windgap Loops
Two moderate-difficulty looped walks near Windgap.
Woodstock Loop Walks
Difficulty Moderate | Distance 3-4.5km | Ascent 80-110m | Time 45min-1.5h | Type Loop