text: The Loup
  
  Loup or the Loup () is a small village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It lies near the western shore of Lough Neagh between Moneymore, Magherafelt, Ballyronan and Coagh. It is situated within Mid-Ulster District.
  
  Sport
  Gaelic games are very popular in the area, with An Lúb CLG being the local club.
  
  Places of interest
   St Patrick's Church and Community Hall
   St. Matthias Church Ballyeglish
   Ballyeglish Old Graveyard
   St Patrick's GAA Club
   Saltersland Presbyterian Church
   Eglish Close, a local boxing club.
  
  References
  
  External links
   NI Neighbourhood Information System
   The Public Reference Office of Northern Ireland
   List of townlands in Ardtrea and Ardtrea North
   Map highlighting the village part of the Loup
  
  Category:Villages in County Londonderry
  Category:Mid-Ulster District