Public Footpaths
One of the so far generally unknown pleasures of the Isle of Man is the presence of several long distance paths often with spectacular scenery. There are over 229 footpaths, with a total length of over 300 miles.
Every year the Isle of Man holds its Walking Festival. For more information please visit: www.isleofmanwalking.com
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Please do:
- Keep to paths accross farmland
- Close all gates unless it is obvious that they are intended to stay open.
- Keep dogs under control
- Clear up your litter, particularly glass.
Please don't:
- Disturb livestock
- Drop lighted cigarette ends.
- Pick wild flowers.
- Disturb birds' nests.
- Damage walls of fences
- Trespass on private property.
- Foul pools or streams.
- Damage crops.
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The first established was Millennium Way created in 1979 to commemorate the supposed millennium of Tynwald. This is a 28mile (40km) path across the centre of the Island between Castletown and Sky Hill, Ramsey following the old Royal Road.
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The most spectacular is the coastal path Raad ny Foillan or Way of the Gull - a 95mile (150km) path around the coast of the Island.
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Bayr ny Skeddan or the Herring Way is a shorter 14 mile (22km) path between Castletown and Peel.
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The Heritage Trail is a 10mile (16km) path along the disused trackbed of the Douglas to Peel railway.
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