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Greenway & cycle trail Enniskillen

NCN Route 91 (Enniskillen)

A free, mostly traffic-free ride through Enniskillen, past the castle and Lough Erne shore.

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2.7 milesDistance
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NCN Route 91 (Enniskillen) — A free, mostly traffic-free ride through Enniskillen, past the castle and Lough Erne shore.

  • Distance: About 2.7 miles (4.3km) one way, per Sustrans / Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
  • Surface: Mostly paved / sealed path through town; some sections beside roads.
  • Gradient: Largely flat and gentle.
  • Traffic-free: Mostly traffic-free, but partly runs parallel to town roads (Henry Street, Sligo Road) — not fully segregated.
  • Bike hire: None on the route — bring your own.
  • Buggy / scooter: Yes on the paved town sections; take care on the road-side stretches.
Plan your visit

The ride: short, flat and full of water views

The route covers about 2.7 miles (4.3km) one way, starting near the Gate House on the Dublin Road and ending at the turning for Old Rossorry Road, where the longer North West Trail carries on. It is largely flat and gentle, the kind of ride a child can manage there and back without too many tears. Much of it is traffic-free path, but it does run parallel to Henry Street and the Sligo Road in places, so it is not fully segregated end to end. Along the way you pass Rossole Lough, Enniskillen Castle, the Fermanagh County Museum and the Lakeland Forum, with fine views over the River Erne and out to the lough shore. Keep an eye out for wading birds and wildflowers near the water.

Free 2.7 miles Mostly traffic-free Largely flat Lough Erne views Past the castle
Good to know before you go:

Greenways and cycle routes across NI host seasonal sportives, family cycle days and ranger events through the year. Enniskillen and the Fermanagh Lakelands run regular cycling and outdoor activities — check listings for dates.

Before you set off

What to bring

  • 🚲Bikes (or hire on the day)Check whether you bring your own or can hire at the start.
  • 🪖Helmets for everyoneEspecially the kids — a comfy helmet makes the whole spin better.
  • 💧Water and snacksNot every route has a café on it, so pack a little something.
  • 🧥A light layerYou warm up cycling but cool down at stops — easy to peel on and off.
Good to know

Everything before you go

Cost
Free
Start / parking
Starts near the Gate House on the Dublin Road, by Enniskillen Golf Club. Town parking near Enniskillen Castle at Wellington Place.
Distance
About 2.7 miles (4.3km) one way, per Sustrans / Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
Surface
Mostly paved / sealed path through town; some sections beside roads.
Gradient
Largely flat and gentle.
Traffic-free?
Mostly traffic-free, but partly runs parallel to town roads (Henry Street, Sligo Road) — not fully segregated.
Bike hire
None on the route — bring your own.
Buggy / scooter friendly
Yes on the paved town sections; take care on the road-side stretches.
Toilets / food
Toilets, cafes and shops in Enniskillen town centre, a short hop from the route.
How long to allow
1 to 3 hours, longer with a castle or museum stop.
Address
Enniskillen, Co. Fermanagh BT74 (town-centre trailhead near Wellington Place / Dublin Road).
Questions

Before you go

Is it free?
Free
How long is the route?
About 2.7 miles (4.3km) one way, per Sustrans / Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.
Is it traffic-free?
Mostly traffic-free, but partly runs parallel to town roads (Henry Street, Sligo Road) — not fully segregated.
Can I hire a bike?
None on the route — bring your own.
Is it buggy and scooter friendly?
Yes on the paved town sections; take care on the road-side stretches.
Getting there

NCN Route 91 (Enniskillen) starts at Starts near the Gate House on the Dublin Road, by Enniskillen Golf Club. Town parking near Enniskillen Castle at Wellington Place.. Tap below for directions to the start.

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The story

About this trail

National Cycle Network Route 91 is part of Sustrans' network across the UK and Ireland, now managed by the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust. The route has been reclassified over the years and now runs in sections around Armagh, Lower Lough Erne and Enniskillen rather than as one continuous line.

The Enniskillen section threads through a town that sits on an island between Upper and Lower Lough Erne, with a 15th-century castle at its centre. It links the town with the lough shore and connects on to the longer North West Trail at Old Rossorry Road, making it a useful starting point for exploring the Fermanagh Lakelands by bike.