2026 Stage 5 Route Details
Jun 1, 2024, 18:10
The Wicklow Mountains have always delivered epic Rás stages and all eyes will be on this one.
Stage 5: Carlow Town, Co Carlow to Dunboyne, Co Meath
(Distance: 142.4 KM)
Sunday, May 24th, 2026
(Including three laps of finishing circuit)
Carlow – Castledermot – Kilcullen – Athgarvan – Newbridge – Milltown – Kilmeague – Prosperous - Dunboyne
The grand finale starts in Carlow with a ceremonial roll-out before heading across mostly flat roads through Carlow and Kildare. The only classified climb is the Category 3 Hill of Allen, before the race heads towards Dunboyne.
After crossing the finish line for the first time, the riders will tackle three laps of a demanding and technical 15KM circuit, where the final stage winner and overall champion of Rás Tailteann 2026 will be crowned.
The race is delighted to be returning to Dunboyne which previously hosted a very successful Grand Départ in recent years.
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| The finish of the 1976 Rás Tailteann in the Phoenix Park |
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| Paddy O'Callaghan Kerry Ras Director 1976 R.I.P. |
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