What is a greenway route?

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1. What is a greenway route?
2. How long does it take to cycle the Waterford greenway?
3. Can you walk the Westport greenway?
4. How long is the Mayo greenway?
5. Is the greenway safe?
6. Where does the Greenway start?
7. Can you run the Waterford Greenway?
8. Is there toilets on the Waterford Greenway?
9. Do you have to book the greenway?
10. Is Greenway safe at night?
11. How long does it take to cycle 10km?
12. How long does it take to cycle 20km?
13. Where do I start greenway?
14. Is the Waterford Greenway suitable for road bikes?
15. How long does it take to walk the Jubilee Greenway?
16. Is the Minneapolis Greenway safe?
17. Is cycling 10km in 30 minutes good?
18. What is average cycle speed?
19. Is cycling 20 kms a day good?
20. What is a good time for 20k cycle?

What is a greenway route?

A greenway is usually a shared-use path along a strip of undeveloped land, in an urban or rural area, set aside for recreational use or environmental protection. Greenways are frequently created out of disused railways, canal towpaths, utility or similar rights of way, or derelict industrial land.

How long does it take to cycle the Waterford greenway?

3.5 hours To cycle the entire length of the Greenway (i.e. Waterford City to Dungarvan, or vice versa), you should allow at least 3.5 hours. 4 if you plan on stopping for lunch at the half way point. You can then either cycle back the way you came or grab a bus (more on this below).

Can you walk the Westport greenway?

The World Class Great Western Greenway (Westport - Achill) is a 43.5km mainly traffic free cycling and walking facility which primarily follows the line of the famous Great Western Midlands Railway, which closed in 1937.

How long is the Mayo greenway?

40km The Mayo Greenway (Westport to Achill) is officially Ireland's longest greenway, stretching for an impressive 40km along Ireland's stunning west coast.

Is the greenway safe?

ARE GREENWAYS SAFE? ... Researchers found properties adjacent to greenways actually experienced lower crime rates in three of the four years surveyed. The study concluded greenways do not generate a greater risk of crime.

Where does the Greenway start?

There are three main entry points for the Waterford Greenway, however, you can also begin in any of the cities that run between Waterford, Mount Congreve, Kilmeaden, Kilmacthomas, and Dungarvan. If you are looking to do the entire 46km, you can begin at either end in Waterford or Dungarvan.

Can you run the Waterford Greenway?

The Waterford Greenway is a haven for those looking to unwind. Running from Waterford City to Dungarvan, the Greenway offers 46 glorious car-free kilometres to explore. The views throughout are nothing short of spectacular and there are plenty of refreshment stops en route for those looking to make a day of it.

Is there toilets on the Waterford Greenway?

It's all about making The Waterford Greenway experience the best it can be. The toilets in Durrow are manky. Badly need regular cleaning and maintenance a number of times daily.

Do you have to book the greenway?

It is free to walk or cycle the greenway if you have your own bike. You can hire a bike for €20 approx in Dungarvan, Waterford or half way at Kilmacthomas.

Is Greenway safe at night?

So, the Greenway is very safe. ... We need YOUR help to keep the Greenway safe. Most incidents occur late at night, between 10 p.m. and Midnight (or later). We encourage bicyclists to ride with a buddy after dark.

How long does it take to cycle 10km?

How Long Does It Take To Cycle 10km? A rider with average fitness using a reasonable road bike on flat terrain should be able to cycle 10km/6.2 miles in around 25-30 minutes at an average speed of 16-20km/h (10-12 miles per hour).

How long does it take to cycle 20km?

Biking for 20 kilometers is equal to approximately 12 miles. Since the average speed on a bicycle is 15.5 mph, it should take less than one hour to bike 12 miles. By training slowly and progressively, you can increase your endurance and compete in a 20k bike race.

Where do I start greenway?

How to get to the Waterford Greenway. You can choose to start the route from either Waterford City, Dungarvan or any of the access points along the route. The halfway point is Kilmacthomas. To get there from Waterford City by car, use the N25 or the Cork Road.

Is the Waterford Greenway suitable for road bikes?

Yes. definitely suitable for road bike.

How long does it take to walk the Jubilee Greenway?

This walk through section 2 and the first half of section 3 indeed was very enjoyable and easy. This 7 km walk could have been an easy 2 hour walk, stopping to take photos, speaking to people on the canal barges, visiting Camden Market and having lunch there doubled that time.

Is the Minneapolis Greenway safe?

Crime and Safety Serious crime is rare in the Greenway, but like everywhere else in the city, it can happen. On average, there are two or three robberies of bikers in the Greenway per year. So, the Greenway is very safe. There has also been a large decrease in reported assaults since 2013.

Is cycling 10km in 30 minutes good?

If you pedal faster for a vigorous workout, your calorie burn jumps up to about 466 calories per 30 minutes on the stationary bike. ... If it took you 30 minutes of pedaling at a vigorous intensity to complete your 10k ride, you can go straight to the estimate of 466 calories per half-hour of vigorous pedaling.

What is average cycle speed?

Compared to the rest of the world, UK cyclists do quite well. The fastest riders are in Holland, with men averaging 26.92kmh (16.72mph) and women 21.36 km/h (13.27mph)....First - what speed does the average road cyclist ride at?

Country	USA
Average Speed Male	24.35 km/h
Country	Germany
Average Speed Female	19.94 km/h

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Is cycling 20 kms a day good?

Cycling burns more calories Cycling at a moderate speed of 20 km/h (12 mph) burns approximately 563 kcal per hour. And the difference is even bigger when we increase the intensity.

What is a good time for 20k cycle?

Assuming a flat course on decent roads and good weather conditions on the day, I'd say anything over 21mph average (which 35 mins for 20km is just) is pretty reasonable for a first attempt. I'd expect the winning time to be around 26 minutes (av 28mph).