RING OF KERRY Day 1: Killarney – Cahersiveen / 3h 20 min / 60KM
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Trail stats
- Distance
- 39.93 mi
- Elevation gain
- 1,158 ft
- Technical difficulty
- Moderate
- Elevation loss
- 1,204 ft
- Max elevation
- 407 ft
- TrailRank
- 16
- Min elevation
- 11 ft
- Trail type
- One Way
- Coordinates
- 316
- Uploaded
- November 13, 2017
near Dromhale, Munster (Ireland)
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Itinerary description
Kick off your adventure in the charming town of Killarney; Ireland's most popular travel destination for 2015, and a perfect gateway to the Wild Atlantic Way. As you head out on the road to Killorglin, you’ll be afforded an amazing view of the soaring Macgillycuddy Reeks mountain range; home to Ireland’s tallest peak – Carrauntoohil. Just over an hour’s cycle will bring you to Killorglin, a charming town that plays host each August to the Puck Fair festival where the goat is king; well worth a visit! In another 45 mins you’ll reach Glenbeigh; known as the ‘Jewel in the Ring of Kerry’. Be sure to visit its six-mile stretch of golden beach, Rossbeigh, where you can go for a surf, or opt for a spot of horse-riding on the strand. Finish your day in the fishing town of Cahersiveen, or if you fancy further adventure, take a detour to Valentia Island; just over 11km away. Hop on a ferry and enjoy an invigorating ride across the waves to this idyllic getaway, where you can explore soaring Geokaun Mountain (its peak is one of the most westerly parts of Ireland, and indeed Europe). Valentia also offers amazing views of the rugged and ancient Skelligs (a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back 1,300 years), particularly from atop of Bray Head. If you’re planning of heading to the Skelligs, know that ferries run from April to September.
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