MIDLETON BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Two Days on the Midleton–Youghal Greenway: East Cork at Your Own Pace
Two days of bike hire based in Midleton, giving you time to ride the scenic 23 km Greenway to Youghal and explore nearby coastal and wildlife-rich routes.
Two Days on the Midleton–Youghal Greenway: East Cork at Your Own Pace.
Set out from Midleton and let two days of gentle cycling unfold across East Cork: the fully open 23 km Midleton–Youghal Greenway threads through woodlands, past farmland and into the coastal town of Youghal, with villages, coastal detours and wildlife sightings along the way.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Midleton–Youghal Greenway
A fully open 23 km greenway links the market town of Midleton with the coastal town of Youghal, passing through the villages of Mogeely and Killeagh and offering lush countryside, peaceful woodlands and opportunities to spot local wildlife.
Hybrid and Electric Options
A range of bikes is available for hire—from hybrid Giant and Ammaco models for relaxed exploration to Giant and Orbea electric bikes for an easier, assisted ride—so you can choose the machine that suits your pace.
Two Days, One-Way Flexibility
Two full days of hire give you time to take detours—Ballycotton, Fota and Roches Point are suggested options—and a sister depot in Youghal makes one-way rentals and convenient drop-off possible.
What the day feels like
How the two-day hire feels
The experience is deliberately unhurried: start in Midleton, set your pace along the greenway and let the 23 km route to Youghal act as the backbone of a two-day loop. With a bike chosen to suit your legs—hybrid for steady miles or an e-bike for assisted cruising—you can linger in villages, follow coastal detours and return at your leisure, using the second day to explore sights like Ballycotton, Fota or Roches Point.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this hire suits — and what to check before you go.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Hire covers two days, giving you time for the full 23 km greenway and optional detours.
Each hire includes a helmet, a bike lock and a hi-vis vest.
Bring photo ID, clothing and footwear suitable for a bike ride, and water or snacks if desired.
Choose from hybrid models (Giant, Ammaco) or electric options (Giant, Orbea); staff can help select the right bike.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the hire last?
The bike hire term offered is two days.
What route does the hire recommend?
The primary recommended route is the fully open 23 km Midleton–Youghal Greenway, passing Mogeely and Killeagh.
What equipment is supplied with the bike?
Hires include a helmet, a bike lock and a hi-vis vest.
Can I drop the bike off in Youghal?
Yes — a sister depot in Youghal allows for convenient one-way rentals and drop-off.
What should I bring on the ride?
Bring photo ID, appropriate clothing and footwear for cycling, and water or snacks if desired.
What bikes are available?
Available models include hybrid bikes (Giant and Ammaco) and electric bikes (Giant and Orbea).