Pedal through Dublin’s Docklands, Clontarf beaches, and Bull Island on a guided bike tour with The Mountain Call. Discover urban history, coastal nature, and Irish landscapes in one seamless ride.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
3–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for riders with basic cycling skills and moderate fitness; urban cycling confidence needed.
Wildlife
History
Bull Island was created in the 19th century by the construction of the North Bull Wall, transforming tidal flats into a protected natural reserve.
Conservation
The Bull Island biosphere reserve balances public access with habitat protection, underscoring the tour's emphasis on sustainable cycling and low environmental impact.
The Mountain Call
Pedal through Dublin’s Docklands, Clontarf beaches, and Bull Island on a guided bike tour with The Mountain Call. Discover urban history, coastal nature, and Irish landscapes in one seamless ride.
The Mountain Call is a Dublin-based cycling tour operator offering guided bike rides that highlight Dublin’s coastal and urban landscapes. Based in Dublin, County Dublin, the business focuses on sustainable, locally guided experiences that connect riders with shoreline views, historical sites and village character.
Offerings include the Dublin Coastal Tour, a leisurely six-hour bike ride through city streets and rural coastal scenery, featuring iconic landmarks, coastal views and the fishing village of Howth. The Short Dublin Coastal Tour covers key city and coastal highlights on a shorter route, including the Docklands, Clontarf beaches and the Bull Island biosphere reserve. Both trips feature a local guide and emphasize sustainable cycling through Dublin’s varied environments.
Guides share local stories, route navigation and contextual information about sights along the way. Routes are designed to balance coastal panoramas with urban points of interest, appealing to visitors seeking outdoor activity, photography and cultural context. The Mountain Call communicates trip duration, route highlights and meeting details at booking to help participants prepare for each ride.
Operating in Dublin, County Dublin, the company centers its offerings on authentic coastal cycling experiences that showcase Howth, Bull Island, Clontarf, the Docklands and other notable Dublin shoreline areas. This focus on local guiding and sustainable cycling positions the operator as a choice for visitors who want guided bike tours of Dublin’s coast and city.
Location
Dublin, County Dublin
Based in Dublin, County Dublin
Tour Duration
6 hours
Dublin Coastal Tour length
Tours Offered
2
Two guided coastal rides
Local Guides
Included
All trips feature a local guide
Select the 6-hour Dublin Coastal Tour or the Short Dublin Coastal Tour — both led by a local guide and focused on sustainable cycling.
Bring water and snacks
Pack enough hydration and light snacks to stay energized during the 3-4 hour ride.
Wear layered clothing
Dublin’s coastal weather changes rapidly; dress in layers and bring a rain jacket.
Familiarize yourself with city cycling
Basic cycling confidence on urban roads will help you enjoy the route comfortably.
Arrive early to the meeting point
Starting on time ensures you make the most of the guided tour experience.
Helmet
Protects your head and is required for safety during urban cycling.
Rain jacket
Keeps you dry during Dublin’s unpredictable rainy spells.
spring|fall|winter
Water bottle
Staying hydrated is key, especially on longer rides.
Comfortable cycling shoes
Ensures a comfortable ride across paved cycle paths and trails.