Great Western Greenway, Co. Mayo, Ireland

The Great Western Greenway is an award-winning 42km track for cyclists and walkers built on the route of the former Achill to Westport railway line. The start of the Greenway in Achill is just minutes from the door of Achill Cottages. Opened in 2010, the Greenway has established itself as a highly popular attraction for families, couples, groups and individual cyclists, walkers or runners. It offers the longest off-road walking and cycling experience in Ireland. In 2011 the Greenway was the Irish winner of the EU's EDEN Award (European Destination of Excellence). A number of local businesses providing bike hire are available, many of which offer a pick-up and drop-off service so you can choose which stretch of scenic beauty to enjoy and also take it as easy as you like.

Cyclists on the Great Western Greenway near Achill

Family cycling on the Great Western Greenway at Burrishoole

Distances

Distance of attractions from Achill Cottages:

Achill Sound village
Shops, pubs, restaurants, cafes, cashpoint (ATM). 3 mins drive. 10 mins walk

Great Western Greenway
Award-winning off-road track for cyclists and walkers, following the old Achill-Westport railway line. 5 mins drive. 15 mins walk. 10 mins cycle.

Keem Bay
Blue Flag beach in spectacular setting. 15-20 mins drive

Keel
3km long Blue Flag beach, freshwater lake, Minaun cliffs. Surfing & other activities available. 10-15 mins drive

Deserted Village
Haunting reminder of times past. 15-20 mins drive

Kildavnet
Granuaille's castle, historic church & cemetery, small harbour on the Atlantic Drive. 5-10 mins drive

Dugort
Two Blue Flag beaches and a historic village. 15-20 mins drive

Dooega
Blue Flag beach in picturesque fishing village on the Atlantic Drive. 15-20 mins drive

Mulranny
Blue Flag beach, golf links, pubs and restaurants. 12-18 mins drive

House of Prayer
3 mins drive. 10 mins walk