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Bike Tags
All cyclists with an address in the Republic of Ireland or Northern Ireland who register before 6 pm on Sunday, 21st June 2026, will receive their registration pack, including Bike Tag and Wristband, in the post before the end of June. Anyone registering after this date, or with an address outside of Ireland or Northern Ireland, can pick up their registration pack at Lower New Street Car Park in Killarney (Eircode/postcode V93 AW26). The registration desks will be open from 4 pm on Friday, 3rd July, until 10 pm and again from 6 am on Saturday, 4th July. We will also be taking in-person last-minute registrations on the morning of the 4th July.

In your registration pack, you will receive an orange wristband, which must be worn at all times to grant you access to the food stations en route, and a Lime bike tag, which must be attached to the front of your bike. These are identical in all but colour.

Parking
Please be advised that the lower side of New Street Car Park will be closed for parking from 7 am on Friday, 3rd July until midnight on Saturday, 4th July. Alternative car parking will be available for short stays and cars only at the Cathedral Field, entrance on Port Road V93 FF80 (with the kind permission of St. Brendan’s Trust). FREE parking for cyclists will also be provided at the Daffodil Field, Cleeney, on the Tralee Road V93 Y2Y4 (with the kind permission of Michael O’Shea) and the Old Rugby Field off the Killarney By-Pass V93 ND30 (with the kind permission of Kerry County Council) from 5 am to 8 pm on Saturday 4th July. All cyclists are being asked to use these facilities to ensure smooth traffic flow and to ease congestion during this time.
Road Closures
Certain sections of the road will be closed, and certain sections will be open. This is done in order to MINIMISE traffic and will NOT eliminate all traffic. You need to think of the roads as open, expect traffic and obey the Rules of the Road accordingly. Please always cycle on the left-hand side of the road and respect Emergency Vehicles that need to pass. 

On Saturday, 4th July. Mission Road will be closed to traffic from 5 am to 9 am and 11.30 am to 8 pm, and Beech Road will be closed to traffic from 5 am to 9 am and 12 noon to 8 pm. Please obey the stewards and follow the extensive diversion routes. For full details on all intended road closures associated with this Event, please go to www.kerrycoco.ie/roadsmain/road-closures/

Additional Road Closures on Saturday, 4th July

The Fossa to Killorglin N72 road will be closed from 6 am to 9 am, starting from the junction of the N72 and the R563, Milltown Road at Fossa via Ballymalis and Anglont and finishing at the junction of the N72 and N70 at Laune Bridge, Killorglin. Traffic diversions will be in place via the R563 through Faha and Listry and the N70 from Milltown to Killorglin.

Killorglin to Caragh Bridge (Eastbound Lane), Road Closed N70 (Eastbound Lane) from 6 am to 12 noon, starting at the Iveragh Road Roundabout via Iveragh Road, Tullig, Quaybaun and finishing at Caragh Bridge. (A one-way traffic diversion will be in place for traffic travelling eastbound from Caherciveen and Glenbeigh on the L-4022/L-4033/L-4034 Local Primary routes via Dooks, Cromane, Garraun and Castleconway. Traffic travelling westbound from Killorglin to Glenbeigh will remain on the N70.)

Sneem to Molls Gap, Road Closed: R568 will be closed from 11 am-8 pm, starting at the junction of the R568 and the L4074 at Derreendarragh Cross and finishing at the junction of the R568 and the N71 at Molls Gap.

Kenmare to Torc, Road Closed: N71 from 11 am-8 pm, starting at the junction of the N70 and N71 at Gortamullin via Molls Gap and Galway’s Bridge and finishing at Torc Waterfall Car Park. (Motorists travelling between Killarney and Kenmare at the above times are advised to use the alternative N22 / R569 route via Glenflesk and Kilgarvan.

Start Time
What time is the official start?

The official ceremonial start time is 7.30 am; however, you will find people starting as early as 6 am and as late as 8.30 am.

What happens if I start before 6.00 am or after 8.30 am?

You will not have the benefit of backup services or traffic restrictions.

Is there a time limit for the cycle?

All our event support systems stand down at 20.00 (8 pm), so if you are later than this, you will not have the benefit of back-up services or traffic restrictions.

If I cannot finish the cycle within the given time, what happens?

For safety reasons, any cyclists remaining on the route at 8 pm will be picked up and transported back to the finish in Killarney, as after this time, there will be no support services available to cyclists.

Where does the event start?
The event starts outside New Street Car Park V93 AW26 on Mission Road in Killarney, from where you will cycle on by the Cathedral towards Killorglin and off you go.
Can I start somewhere other than Killarney?
It is strongly advised that you start in Killarney. If you decide to start somewhere else, you may not have backup services available to you at certain times. Our services are planned to cater for cyclists starting from and finishing in Killarney. The official start and finish are in Killarney.
Download GPX Route

Several cyclists have asked if we have a GPX route they can download. Please view the GPX Route below: to download please visit the link below.

GPX Route Ring of Kerry

 

Food Stations
To keep your energy and fluid levels up during the day, there will be multiple water stations as well as Food Stations which are based in Cahersiveen, Kenmare and Killarney. The wristband will grant you access to these food stations. There are plenty of toilet stops along the way, too.

Where are the food stations?

There are 3 official food stations along the cycle. These are located at Cahersiveen (72 kms), open from 7.30 am-12 noon; Kenmare (136 kms), V23 Y003 open from 10 am-5 pm V93 YSYH and Killarney open from 10 am-6 pm V93 AW26 (finish). However, there will be plenty of facilities to stock up on water along the route.

Special Dietary Requirements?
We strongly advise that you bring along your own refreshments to sustain you on your cycle, particularly if you have any special dietary requirements. Although we endeavour to cater for as many cyclists and dietary requirements as possible, it is inevitable that as the day progresses, the stocks will continue to deplete. We recommend that, at the very least, you bring along a few energy bars or similar to suit your dietary requirements – just to be on the safe side.
Do I need to bring food and water with me?

You should bring at least one full water bottle, which you can top up on the way around. It is advisable to bring some snack bars and eat a little but often rather than having one or two huge meals. There will be plenty of opportunities to stop along the way, so it is advisable to bring some cash or a card should you need to stop and buy additional refreshments along the route.

Medical Stations
Where are the Medical stations?

There will be 3 Fixed Medical centres:

  • In Killarney at the Start/Finish Points
  • In Cahersiveen (72Kms)
  • In Kenmare (136Kms)

There will be numerous Fixed First Aid stations manned by qualified personnel along the route. These will be signposted 100 m in advance of their position. We will have a fleet of mobile ambulances with doctors on board and manned by members of the Civil Defence, Order of Malta and Red Cross.

What do I do if I encounter a medical emergency?

Phone the Medical Helpline number, which is on your bike tag. Give clear and precise information on the nature of the injury and where the casualty is located, and give your contact number.

Bike Repairs
What do I do if I have a problem with my bike?

Everybody is expected to bring the basics with them on the day i.e., puncture repair kit, spare tube, pump and bike levers.

It is strongly advised that you know how to fix a simple puncture, as this could save you a lot of waiting time on the day.

If you encounter a problem that you are unable to sort out yourself, please phone the mechanical helpline number, which will be printed on your bike tag. Please give clear and precise information on the nature of the problem, where you are located and give your contact number. The coordinator will then advise you on what to do.

It is also strongly advised that you have a full service carried out on your bike before the event.

Will there be mechanical backup?

Yes. There will be 11 Fixed Bike Stations and some mobile units looking after bike problems.

What happens if my bike has to be transported back to Killarney?

There will be a dedicated depot in Killarney where you will be reunited with your bike.

E- Bikes
Cyclists are welcome to use an electric bike, however they must have their own repair kit and enough power to get themselves around the Ring of Kerry as the Repair Crews on the day will not have access to any e-bike parts. If you plan to use an eBike, providing you bring along your own charger, you can charge up at the food stations along the way. Ideally though, we would strongly advise that you bring a second battery.
Will there be official photographs taken on the day?

Yes! We are delighted to welcome back the Killarney Camera Club, who will be out in force capturing all the action on Saturday, July 4th.

  • Where to find them: Photographers will be stationed at the Start Line, the Finish Line, and throughout the Medal Presentation & Entertainment Area. Keep an eye out and give them a wave!

  • How to get your photos: All images will be publicly available to download, completely free of charge, on August 1st. A direct download link will be published right here on the official website.

Will there be a lost and found section?
Yes. It will be open from 3 pm-9 pm on Saturday, 4th July, and again from 9 am-11 am on Sunday, 5th July. All bicycles picked up by our Sweeps along the way will be transported back to the Lost Property area. Please be advised, though, that your bike may not come in until very late in the evening when the last of the Sweeps come back into Killarney.
Will there be somebody to bring my gear around the Ring Of Kerry?
No. You will need to bring your own rain jacket, etc.
What is the fastest time that the event has been done in?
The event is not a race. It should be looked on as a day out to be enjoyed in the presence of a few thousand friends!