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Mourne Coastal Route

Mourne Coastal Route

Follow the Mourne Coastal Route from Belfast to Newry City, discovering dramatic coastlines, charming seaside towns, Strangford Lough, the Mourne Mountains, scenic driving loops, heritage sites and breathtaking views and some of the most scenic views in all of Ireland.

Zone 1: Belfast to Portaferry | A Coastal Beginning

Your journey begins in Belfast and winds through North Down and the Ards Peninsula, an area known for its sandy coves, fishing harbours, and artisan villages. It’s a gentle, scenic introduction to the County Down coastline and its coastal charm.

Zone 2: Portaferry to Newcastle | The Saint Patrick Heartland

Traveling through Lecale, this section is steeped in the heritage of Saint Patrick. Enjoy sweeping beaches, historic villages, and wide views over Dundrum Bay as the iconic silhouette of the Mourne Mountains looms ever closer.

Zone 3: Newcastle to Newry City | The Gateway to the Mournes

In this final zone, the landscape rises dramatically. Granite peaks, forest parks, and shimmering shores create a cinematic backdrop as you explore the heart of the Mournes.

Follow the four scenic loops to discover:

Mountain passes and breathtaking viewpoints
Tranquil valleys and remote reservoirs including the stunning Silent Valley
Forest parks like Tollymore Forest Park, Castlewellan Forest Park, and Kilbroney Park, ideal for walking, cycling, and wildlife spotting
Historic fishing ports such as Kilkeel town and Annalong Village, where maritime traditions thrive

Whether you're seeking challenging mountain hikes, peaceful woodland strolls, coastal drives, or literary landscapes that inspired C.S. Lewis, the Mourne Coastal Route promises a journey that is wild, beautiful, and truly unforgettable.

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High Mournes Scenic Loop

This stunning Mourne Mountains loop of the Mourne Coastal Route begins in Newcastle, County Down, and ends just outside Annalong, offering one of the most scenic driving routes in the Mourne Gullion Strangford region. The route winds along the edge of Tollymore Forest Park, through the dramatic peaks of the Eastern Mournes, before returning to the rugged coastline near Annalong village.
Slieve Croob Scenic Loop

Beginning at Castlewellan Forest Park and finishing near Corry Wood, this loop explores one of the oldest landscapes in the Mourne Gullion Strangford region. The land around Slieve Croob dates back over 400 million years, shaped by ancient ocean closure that formed today’s rugged peaks, rolling valleys, and the source of the River Lagan, which flows all the way to Belfast.
Slieve Roosley Scenic Loop

Slieve Roosley Scenic Route is a circular loop that begins and ends in Rostrevor and takes you via the forest to Hilltown.
Whitewater Scenic Loop

Whitewater Scenic Loop of the Mourne Coastal Route begins in the bustling fishing port of Kilkeel and winds its way inland to Whitewater Bridge. Named after the Whitewater River, which flows from the Mourne Mountains to Mill Bay, this is the shortest of the scenic Mourne Coastal Scenic loops, perfect for a relaxed drive packed with stunning views and local heritage.