Leap into a West Cork eBike Adventure

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Leap into a West Cork eBike Adventure — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Coppingers Court — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Embark on an exhilarating exploration of the enchanting landscapes of West Cork with our eBike Adventure. This brand new tour is a unique, hilly spin that is nearly all on bóithríní, the narrow country lanes typical of rural Ireland. The sophisticated suspension of our state-of-the-art eBikes makes tackling these slopes a breeze, opening up the undulating terrain for us to explore like never before.

Starting and finishing in the picturesque village of Leap on the Wild Atlantic Way, this thrilling circuit weaves through the heart of West Cork, reaching out to the captivating corners of Myross, Leap, Rosscarbery, and Glandore. With a distance of approximately 40 kilometers, our e-bike tour is a delightful combination of natural beauty, rich history, and cultural heritage.

This tour promises a feast for your senses.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: English
Operated by: Gormú

Ages: Children (12–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Use of a helmet
Included: Use of an e-bicycle
Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Itinerary

Leap

30 min

We stop by An Droichidín on the way to Leap. This is an amazing stone cut arch/bridge on the way into Myross Wood House

Time includes c. 15 minutes of cycling to this stop
Leap

30 min

We make a brief stop at the very atmospheric Kilmacabea Old Graveyard and discuss some tales from local folklore.

Time includes c. 20 minutes of cycling to this stop
William Thompson Memorial

25 min

We visit the William Thompson memorial and briefly discuss this amazing reformers life story.

Time includes c. 15 mins of cycling to this stop
Stop 4

25 min

After an exhilarating decent down a steep valley we stop by the entrance to this very interesting castle which has some amazing history. We also discuss the Quaker graveyard located next to the entrance.

Time includes c. 15mins cycling to. this stop
Rosscarbery

35 min

We stop for a coffee stop in the vibrant and colourful West Cork village of Rosscarbery.

Time includes c. 15 mins cycling to this stop
Stop 6

25 min

We visit the beautiful Mill Cove and discuss William Coppingers plans for this harbour.

Time includes c. 20 mins cycling to this stop
Rosscarbery

20 min

Coppingers Court is one of the finest examples of an Elizabethan House in Co. Cork and it was also the seat of a notorious tyrant

Time includes c. 15 mins of cycling to this stop
Drombeg Stone Circle

30 min Admission included

This Bronze Age circle is one of the highlights of a visit to West Cork.

Time includes c. 15 mins of cycling to this stop
Glandore

20 min

We return via the beautiful seaside village of Glandore

Time includes c. 15 mins of cycling to this stop
Union Hall

15 min

Finally we return to the fishing village of Union Hall

Time includes c. 15 minutes of cycling to this stop

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We meet just behind Ger's Wild Atlantic Diner in the village of An Léim / Leap

End point

We meet just behind Ger's Wild Atlantic Diner in the village of An Léim / Leap

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
You will need to be at c. 150cm tall (4 ft 11') to ride our smallest ebikes, however leg lengths etc. can vary so this is only an estimate.