Mourne Way
The Mournes are a wonderfully compact range of mountains crowned by Ulster's highest summit, Slieve Donard. From all over County Down the dome of Donard and the serrated tors of Bearnagh and Binnian can be seen crowning a skyline of graceful peaks. The gentler foothills and surrounding farmlands are equally beautiful in their own pastoral way. Not surprisingly the Mournes are a magnet for walkers, and the 26-mile long Mourne Way marries many of the best features of Mourne country walking. Following a mixture of forest trails and mountain paths this route is almost entirely off-road as it travels through the foothills of the Mournes, from Newcastle on the Irish Sea, to Rostrevor on Carlingford Lough.
| County | Distance | OS Map | Terrain |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down | 26 miles (42 km) | Sheet 29 | The route follows forest paths and mixed mountain terrain. Steep in places |
| Start Town / Village | Finish Town / Village | Grid References | Points of Interest |
| Newcastle | Rostrevor | Starts at J376311 Ends at J185180 | Newcastle, Tollymore Forest Park, Rostrevor Forest Park, Rostrevor |
Adjoining Quality Walks
The Ulster Way will bring you through some of Northern Ireland's most amazing countryside but don't forget to check out the many hidden wonders on the other fantastic walking routes which stem from the main Ulster Way route.
There are over 300 short, medium and long Quality Walks to choose from.
