The spread is genuinely broad: 88 routes rated easy, 9 moderate and 9 hard or harder. The terrain that comes up most often is forest, lake, castle and ruins. Around 42 percent are circular routes, so parking once is usually an option.

The most reliable season overall is april to october. Start with Ulster Way (Newry Canal section) or Loughside Walk at Castle Ward if you want the highlights without a lot of research.