The Point Pony Trekking and Horse Riding Centre is a AIRE approved establishment situated right next to the most dazzling sandy beaches, beside the Connemara Championship Golf Links in Ballyconneely. […]
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The Quaker village of Letterfrack was founded in the mid 19th century and occupies a special place in Connemara’s creative and cultural activity. Home to the Connemara National Park, the […]
Cleggan Beach Riding Centre is a riding centre offering a wide variety of treks to suit all tastes and standards. You can choose a three-day package of up to 6 […]
For a taste of island life, take a boat trip to the ‘Island of the White Cow’ (8km long by 3km wide, population 200.) Located 10km west of Cleggan (30 […]
A traditional holiday favourite for domestic and international visitors, Ballyconneely is home to the Connemara Championship Golf Links, one of the finest and most picturesque golf courses in Ireland. The […]
Share the Roberts family’s incredible passion for handmade quality food Ireland’s first Food Économusée, this family-run business offers regular tastings of the best quality traditional smoked salmon. Visitors are welcome […]
This walking tour of approximately 4.5km is the best way for you to start getting to know the town of Clifden; it will lead you all around it, talking you […]
On the west coast of Connemara lies Roundstone, an area of outstanding natural beauty. As well as being the birth place and inspiration for many artists, Roundstone has been described […]
This seaside village is a true Connemara gem. Secluded and peaceful, yet with its own unique charms, the Cashel Bay area is extremely attractive and is connected to the Roundstone […]
The gardens of Connemara are well-known for their beauty, variety and uniqueness. Rain, soft sunshine and the warmth of the Gulf Stream combine to make ideal conditions for the creation […]
The Doonmore Hotel, Restaurant and Bar, owned and managed by the Murray family for three generations. This uniquely situated island hotel, with panoramic sea views, offers excellent food and friendly […]
Paved side road, track, path / 6.5 km / 1 to 1.5 hour Begin the Cashel Walk opposite the Zetland Hotel, passing the community centre and hand-ball alley on your […]
The village of Carna is located in the Connemara Gaeltacht or Gaelic speaking region and serves as an administrative centre for residents of the Iorras Aithneach peninsula, which also includes […]
Discover the hidden trails of the Kylemore Abbey Estate on one of Connemara’s most spectacular mountain hikes Hike the re-discovered mountain trails on the Kylemore Estate with our trained guide. […]
Aillebrack and Emlagharan / side roads / approx. 6.5 km / 2 hours The Ballyconneely walk begins about 2km from Ballyconneely Village, at the road just before the old ruined […]
Paved road / side road, 7 km, 1.5 to 2 hours Leave Roundstone on the Ballyconneely Road, with Errisbeg rising above on the right. Away to the left we glimpse […]
approx. 5.6 km / 1 to 2 hours / Omey is a tidal island, accessible on foot 2 hours before low water to 2 hours before high water (check tides […]
The Renvyle peninsula is home to some of Connemara’s most spectacular scenery. Its dramatic sweeping beaches, bounded by mountain views, are awe inspiring. Most activity takes place in the lively […]
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Omey Island in Claddaghduff is accessible at low tide every day by crossing acres of firm sandy beach, either in a car or on foot. Simply follow the direction poles […]
Road, track, cross country / 8.5 km / approx. 3 hours Arriving at Inishbofin from the new pier, gain the vantage point of the High Road via Pound Road behind […]
Nestled beneath the Maumturk, Sheefry and Twelve Bens mountain ranges and perched at the edge of Ireland’s only fjord, Leenane boasts some of the finest scenery in the country. A […]
Enjoy a unique combination of mountain and sea as Leenane is situated on the edge of Killary Harbour and surrounded by mountains in all directions. This April will be the […]
Located in Recess village, 13 miles from Clifden on the main N59 road to Galway City, Joyce’s Craft Shop and Art Gallery is one of the best craft shops in […]
Clifden today is a vibrant and cosmopolitan town on the very edge of Europe. It has a population of 2,609 but the hinterland which it serves as the administrative and […]
Justifiably famous for the views it affords, the Sky Road route takes you up among the hills overlooking Clifden Bay and its offshore islands, Inishturk and Turbot. Follow the signposts […]
From Clifden, take the N59 towards Westport, and approximately 5km outside the town turn left towards Claddaghduff. A couple of miles further along Streamstown Bay you will see the ruins […]
A local favourite, the beach Road is one of the most peaceful and serene walks in Clifden. Instead of taking a right at the fork toward the Sky Road, take […]
Dry footpath, track and paved road; 5 km; approx. 1 hour The fishing village of Cleggan is located on the northern side of the Aughrus Peninsula, at the head of […]
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Paved road except trail to Clifden Castle / 5km / 1 to 2 hrs Leave Clifden by the Beach Road, descending towards the quay. Directly ahead on the hill opposite […]
Connemara is bounded on three sides by the Atlantic Ocean and encompasses a wide variety of natural and semi-natural habitats, reflecting its great geomorphologic and geological complexity. It also has […]
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The tranquil scenery of the Bog Road with the backdrop of the Twelve Bens is a true spectacle. Driving or cycling, take the R341 towards Ballyconneely, turn left at Ballinaboy […]
Kylemore is home to one of Ireland’s most iconic buildings and is certainly a firm favourite with visitors to the west of Ireland. Built by Mitchell Henry in the second […]
Kylemore Abbey and Victorian Walled Garden Originally built as a Castle in 1867 as a romantic gift, Kylemore Abbey and the surrounding mountains and lakes are steeped in history. Learn […]
Situated on the south west side of the Aughrus Peninsula, Claddaghduff is home to a lively local community. The tidal island of Omey is visible on the approach to the […]
A warm welcome awaits you at the friendly, family-run Cloverfox Connemara Holiday Hostel, located in the centre of Letterfrack village at the pedestrian entrance to the Connemara National Park. Cloverfox […]
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Paved road, track; 5 km; approximately 1.5 hour From Tullycross, take the Letterfrack road, descending towards the speed limit sign at the village entrance. Our route turns right just beyond […]
The fishing village of Cleggan is located on the northern side of the Aughrus Peninsula, at the head of Cleggan Bay. The pier, which was built by Alexander Nimmo in […]
The small island of Inishnee in Roundstone Bay is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge (located about […]
An Cheathrú Rua (Carraroe, South Connemara) An Cheathrú Rua is a peninsula in Conamara located between Casla bay and Greatman’s bay, 40 km west of Galway city. An Cheathrú Rua […]
Dominated by Tully Mountain, the Renvyle Peninsula offers panoramic sea views and a slice of the old Irish way of life. Take the N59 towards Westport – the peninsula is […]
The Island Discovery Ferry timetables: inishbofinislanddiscovery.com Several sailings daily to Inishbofin from Cleggan All year round ferry service to Inishbofin Owned and operated by traditional Island seafaring family No visit […]
Built c. 1810 by Clifden’s founder John D’Arcy, Clifden Castle was once his residence. From Clifden, take the Sky Road until the gateway arch (2km on the left). Then, stroll […]
Special Offer: Play 9 Holes with Club Hire for €60 Nestled between the scenic splendour of the Twelve Bens and the rugged Atlantic ocean lies Connemara […]
The rivers, lakes, woodlands and sheer natural beauty of the Ballynahinch estate make it one of Ireland’s most desirable destinations. Ballynahinch Castle was built in the late 17th century for […]
Very well located on Inishbofin’s waterfront Our bar on Inishbofin has been established for the best part of a century, has passed through four generations and has always had a […]
From Clifden take the R341 towards Ballyconneely and turn left at Ballinaboy bridge, driving along the Bog Road that crosses the famous Roundstone Bog conservation area. A right turn towards […]
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The townland of Recess encompasses a number of small rural communities where the small scale farming of cattle and sheep is one of the main livelihoods. While travelling from Galway […]
The Connemara horizon is dominated by more than fifty magnificent mountains in four tightly packed ranges, the Twelve Bens, Maum Turks, Partry and Sheffrey. Diamond Hill in the Connemara National […]
No visit to Connemara is complete until you have traveled through the truly majestic Inagh Valley. Traveling past Ballynahinch Lough to your right, you will see the ruins of the […]