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  • Torc Mountain (Killarney National Park)

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    near Muckross Abbey, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    HFF
    Distance
    6.25mi
    Elevation +
    1608f
    TrailRank
    79| Rating 4.78
    Photo ofTorc Mountain (Killarney National Park) Photo ofTorc Mountain (Killarney National Park) Photo ofTorc Mountain (Killarney National Park)

    OBJETIVO: - Cumbre: Torc Mountain Altitud: 535 m. ITINERARIO: Torc Waterfall carpark - Torc Waterfall - Torc Mountain - Muckross Lake - Torc Waterfall carpark. TIEMPO ESTIMADO: - Ascenso: 01:15 - Descenso: 01:...

    Buena ruta. Gracias por compartir
    Fereverest
    We loved the views from the top!
    Aficiona2_enruta
    Bela paisagem Rochas tornam a subida mais cansativa
    weslley.cruz

  • Carrauntoohil

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    near Knocknafreaghaun, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    HFF
    Distance
    7.91mi
    Elevation +
    2851f
    TrailRank
    77| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofCarrauntoohil Photo ofCarrauntoohil Photo ofCarrauntoohil

    OBJETIVO: - Cumbre: Carrauntoohil Altitud: 1.039 m. ITINERARIO: Cronin's Yard - Devil's Ladder - Carrauntoohil - Devil's Ladder - Cronin's Yard. TIEMPO ESTIMADO: - Ascenso: 02:00 - Descenso: 01:45 DESCRIPCIÓ...

    Bonito camino y he aprendiendo de otra forma de ruta
    Papigarcia5

  • Slieve League Cliffs via the Pilgrim Path and One Man’s Pass – (Teelin – County Donegal, Ireland)

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    near Teelin, Ulster (Ireland)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    9.71mi
    Elevation +
    2457f
    TrailRank
    76| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofSlieve League Cliffs via the Pilgrim Path and One Man’s Pass – (Teelin – County Donegal, Ireland) Photo ofSlieve League Cliffs via the Pilgrim Path and One Man’s Pass – (Teelin – County Donegal, Ireland) Photo ofSlieve League Cliffs via the Pilgrim Path and One Man’s Pass – (Teelin – County Donegal, Ireland)

    Acclaimed as some of the highest accessible sea cliffs in Ireland and all of Europe, the Slieve League is a sight to behold and their scale is immense. If graced with some sunshine the color show of green, blue, subtle o...

    Really enjoyed this hike. Didn't find it hard but it was technical in some places so perhaps more suited for those with ...
    Maxime Yates

  • LoughInagh to Leenane

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    near Recess, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    pmoran
    Distance
    10.84mi
    Elevation +
    436f
    TrailRank
    75| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofLoughInagh to Leenane Photo ofLoughInagh to Leenane Photo ofLoughInagh to Leenane

    Great walk from Inagh valley to Leenane along the Western Way with great views of The Twelve Bens and Maamturks.

    What a beautiful nature and wonderful photos I was excited to see your pictures Wishing you all the best, dear friend
    mehdi.tabibvand

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  • Cliffs of Moher – (Lislorkan North – County Clare, Ireland)

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    near Upper Ballycotteen, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    5.06mi
    Elevation +
    2648f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCliffs of Moher – (Lislorkan North – County Clare, Ireland) Photo ofCliffs of Moher – (Lislorkan North – County Clare, Ireland) Photo ofCliffs of Moher – (Lislorkan North – County Clare, Ireland)

    One of, if not the icon of Ireland’s natural landscape! World famous and extremely popular the Cliffs of Moher simply do not disappoint in terms of absolute scale and grandeur. Rising almost perpendicular out of the wate...

    One of the most amazing places I've ever seen. Got lucky with the weather and the wind off the ocean wasn't too cold. So...
    Maxime Yates

  • Diamond Hill – (Connemara NP – County Galway, Ireland)

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    near Letterfrack, Connacht (Ireland)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    4.72mi
    Elevation +
    1211f
    TrailRank
    73| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofDiamond Hill – (Connemara NP – County Galway, Ireland) Photo ofDiamond Hill – (Connemara NP – County Galway, Ireland) Photo ofDiamond Hill – (Connemara NP – County Galway, Ireland)

    This recording is of the classic figure of eight circuit up Diamond Hill in Connemara National Park. It covers both the Blue Lower and Red Upper Diamond Hill walks simultaneously. The trail starts and ends at the parking...

    This was such a great day of somewhat easy hiking. The views out over to the bays and coves are outstanding and so are t...
    Maxime Yates

  • Coumshingaun Lough (circular route + cave)

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    near Fews, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    Ytang
    with Xinximan
    Distance
    6.46mi
    Elevation +
    2631f
    TrailRank
    69| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCoumshingaun Lough (circular route + cave) Photo ofCoumshingaun Lough (circular route + cave) Photo ofCoumshingaun Lough (circular route + cave)

    Coumshingaun is one of the finest examples of a corrie in Europe and the Comeragh mountains most famous landmark. Corries were formed by glacier movement during the ice age. The Coumshingaun Hike isn’t one you do with...

    Good auld craig
    Mark Treanor
    Lovely loop with a straightforward enough trail in good conditions. We did it on an extremely windy day which did make i...
    kaizersteven
    Asomate a la loma
    Xinximan

  • Ancient Caves of Keash – (Keash – County Sligo, Ireland)

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    near Cross, Connacht (Ireland)
    Author
    Chris Eady
    Distance
    1.28mi
    Elevation +
    469f
    TrailRank
    68| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofAncient Caves of Keash – (Keash – County Sligo, Ireland) Photo ofAncient Caves of Keash – (Keash – County Sligo, Ireland) Photo ofAncient Caves of Keash – (Keash – County Sligo, Ireland)

    Also known as the Caves of Kesh or the Caves of Keshcorran these mystical caves have been used and inhabited by man and beast for millennia and they are deeply embedded in local folklore and mythology. The caves consist ...

    Loved this short easy hike to such beautiful caves. The way up is quick and on a nice easy to follow path. There is a se...
    Maxime Yates

  • Carrauntouhill via the Devil's ladder

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    near Knocknafreaghaun, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    Miguel2012
    Distance
    7.91mi
    Elevation +
    3054f
    TrailRank
    66| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofCarrauntouhill via the Devil's ladder Photo ofCarrauntouhill via the Devil's ladder Photo ofCarrauntouhill via the Devil's ladder

    The hike starts at Lislebane carpark. We had snow at top of the mountain. Slow pace due to a large number of people in the group. Proper mountain gear is essential for this walk. Bring torch in case of getting dark like ...

    What a beautiful nature and wonderful photos I was excited to see your pictures Wishing you all the best, dear friend
    mehdi.tabibvand
    War für die Beurteilung der Tour sehr hilfreich! 👍
    Andalhofa

  • Howth (Puerto y ruta azul) / Howth (Harbour and blue trail)

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    near Howth, Leinster (Ireland)
    Author
    ToniBonet73
    Distance
    6.22mi
    Elevation +
    466f
    TrailRank
    66| Rating 4.58
    Photo ofHowth (Puerto y ruta azul) / Howth (Harbour and blue trail) Photo ofHowth (Puerto y ruta azul) / Howth (Harbour and blue trail) Photo ofHowth (Puerto y ruta azul) / Howth (Harbour and blue trail)

    ESP / ENG Ruta por el precioso pueblo pesquero de Howth. Empezando en la salida de la estación del DART primero se visita la zona portuaria para tener vistas del Ireland's Eye, pequeña isla cercana, después se pasa po...

    Ruta momt bonica, fàcil de seguir, sense perdre's. Al final si es vol visitar el poble antic, hi ha un trencall a la dre...
    Antoni Borrell
    Thank you for that. Im just looking for the actual height you've climbed from the figures given on results page. Do you ...
    paul.mc
    great accessible hike. Finish off with fish chips, or fancy restaurant or some wine :)
    rvs_ie

  • Dunquin Coastal Loop (Co. Kerry - Dingle)

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    near Dunquin, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    TonyRoche
    Distance
    5.95mi
    Elevation +
    925f
    TrailRank
    63| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofDunquin Coastal Loop (Co. Kerry - Dingle) Photo ofDunquin Coastal Loop (Co. Kerry - Dingle) Photo ofDunquin Coastal Loop (Co. Kerry - Dingle)

    An excellent walk along the Slea Head Drive near Dingle Co. Kerry. Parked at the Blasket Centre near Dunquin and for the first part followed the way-marked trail. If you are familiar with the film “Ryan’s Daughter” thi...

    Mooie wandeling, maar ook de Dingle Way met de auto is de moeite
    mark Keuppens
    Nice track!! We did It with 2 kids of 6 & 8, and they enjoyed the views!!!
    QuantumWasp

  • Shankill - Killiney - Dalkey

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    near Shankill, Leinster (Ireland)
    Author
    Alberto Pedrotti
    Distance
    8.01mi
    Elevation +
    623f
    TrailRank
    63| Rating 4.0
    Photo ofShankill - Killiney - Dalkey Photo ofShankill - Killiney - Dalkey Photo ofShankill - Killiney - Dalkey

    Interesting city walk little south of Dublin. The site can be easily reached by DART, and the track begins and ends at different DART stations. In few kilometers there is a truly remarkable concentration of things to se...

    I thought this walk was a gorgeous walk with some amazing views on route
    dermotplace
    It’s a lovely area. I suggest a variation, on leaving Shankill Dart station head for Shanganngh Cliffs to walk along the...
    davinroche

  • Slí Ghráinne Mhaol Looped walk

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    near Derreen, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    Virgo Hynes
    Distance
    4.44mi
    Elevation +
    817f
    TrailRank
    63| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofSlí Ghráinne Mhaol Looped walk Photo ofSlí Ghráinne Mhaol Looped walk Photo ofSlí Ghráinne Mhaol Looped walk

    Probably THE MOST STUNNING looped walk we have done in Ireland. Wait for a sunny day. Wear proper walking boots. Around each’ corner’ was another stunning vista. It’s an extremely well marked trail with a number of seats...

    Gracias por compartir informacion. Una caminata fantàstica. Thanks for sharing information. A fantastic walk.
    ssoti

  • Burren, Gleninagh to Black Head, 2015

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    near Feenagh, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    murraydublin
    Distance
    6.62mi
    Elevation +
    820f
    TrailRank
    62
    Photo ofBurren, Gleninagh to Black Head, 2015 Photo ofBurren, Gleninagh to Black Head, 2015 Photo ofBurren, Gleninagh to Black Head, 2015

    We went to the Burren in County Clare for a three days hiking with a group of friends lead by Tony and Kay. We stayed in Ballyvaughan. This hike through the Burren, along by Gleninagh to Black Head is one of the best hik...

  • The Western Way: Part 1 Oughterard to Newport

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    near Oughterard, Connaught (Ireland)
    Author
    John P
    Distance
    70.51mi
    Elevation +
    5863f
    TrailRank
    61
    Photo ofThe Western Way: Part 1 Oughterard to Newport Photo ofThe Western Way: Part 1 Oughterard to Newport Photo ofThe Western Way: Part 1 Oughterard to Newport

    I walked "The Western Way" as a possible section of the E2 European Long Distance Path, as well as for its innate beauty. This is part 1 of the route, it differed in places from an older GPX track I had downloaded from w...

  • Derrynane loop

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    near Derrynane, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    neil!
    Distance
    6.57mi
    Elevation +
    591f
    TrailRank
    60| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofDerrynane loop Photo ofDerrynane loop Photo ofDerrynane loop

    "The best view in Ireland" I was told as I walked and its hard to argue on a day like this. Beaches, coastal woodland, stone steps and an easy incline. Went a bit off track on the island but ended up on a beach so it wor...

    Beautiful walk.
    Reinoud Broekhuijsen

  • Walking/Cycling Kilkee Cliffs Loop County Clare

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    near Newtown, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    tigin
    Distance
    10.28mi
    Elevation +
    482f
    TrailRank
    59| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofWalking/Cycling Kilkee Cliffs Loop County Clare Photo ofWalking/Cycling Kilkee Cliffs Loop County Clare Photo ofWalking/Cycling Kilkee Cliffs Loop County Clare

    The cliffs of Kilkee are far less known, but not less impressive than the Cliffs of Moher... and there are no entrance fees, few people only, tranquility! Most people only walk the mile from Kilkee's West End up to the f...

    Nice
    almaydie

  • Laragh - Glendalough - Laragh

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    near Laragh, Leinster (Ireland)
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    Wanderlustgrancanaria
    with joloca728
    Distance
    6.10mi
    Elevation +
    282f
    TrailRank
    59| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofLaragh - Glendalough - Laragh Photo ofLaragh - Glendalough - Laragh Photo ofLaragh - Glendalough - Laragh

    Loop around Glendalough Monastic City. Great hike from Laragh (free parking) until Upper Lake, visiting the Monastic City! On the way you find the Lower and Upper Lake of Glendalough and several Waterfalls

    Una de las rutas mas bonitas...
    joloca728

  • Enniskerry, Wicklow Way to Lough Dan

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    near Enniskerry, Leinster (Ireland)
    Author
    Garry McC
    Distance
    12.98mi
    Elevation +
    2421f
    TrailRank
    58
    Photo ofEnniskerry, Wicklow Way to Lough Dan Photo ofEnniskerry, Wicklow Way to Lough Dan Photo ofEnniskerry, Wicklow Way to Lough Dan

    Leaving the village of Enniskerry, climb the hill & turn right into Powerscourt Estate. After stopping for coffee & a scone, keep left after exiting & pass the garden centre & the distillery. At this point there's a gat...

  • Falls and stones

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    near Lisnamavaun, Munster (Ireland)
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    neil!
    Distance
    4.52mi
    Elevation +
    427f
    TrailRank
    57
    Photo ofFalls and stones Photo ofFalls and stones Photo ofFalls and stones

    Couple of river crossings, lots of megalithic remains and of course the spectacular backdrop of the Dingle peninsula and the coast. Try the bakery in Cromane for breakfast and the pub in Brandon after.

  • Howth Station Coastal Hike Purple Route

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    near Howth, Leinster (Ireland)
    Author
    Gasiltock
    Distance
    7.71mi
    Elevation +
    768f
    TrailRank
    57| Rating 4.67
    Photo ofHowth Station Coastal Hike Purple Route Photo ofHowth Station Coastal Hike Purple Route Photo ofHowth Station Coastal Hike Purple Route

    A very beautiful hike along the coast only 30 minutes outside of the city center. The trail is well marked(follow the coast from the station and then all the purple arrows) and easy walking, never to steep or rocky. When...

    He fet aquesta ruta
    pau_lluret
    I did this walk with my husband in brilliant sunshine ,which added to the enjoy in late June. The original trailhead was...
    paulafinan

  • Glendalough

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    near Brockagh, Leinster (Ireland)
    Author
    rafael.houssier
    Distance
    10.94mi
    Elevation +
    1460f
    TrailRank
    56| Rating 5.0
    Photo ofGlendalough Photo ofGlendalough Photo ofGlendalough

    Beautiful walk, really easy to follow (you just have to follow the road) ! Do not hesitate to go near the river, it’s a little paradise... You will have to take an half day to really enjoy the walk :)

    Steep ascent at the start. First half of walk is tough enough for casual walkers, second half quite enjoyable. Hiking sh...
    Ger Madden

  • Carrauntoohil 2016-06-02

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    near Knocknafreaghaun, Munster (Ireland)
    Author
    lemérou
    Distance
    8.43mi
    Elevation +
    3317f
    TrailRank
    56| Rating 4.5
    Photo ofCarrauntoohil 2016-06-02 Photo ofCarrauntoohil 2016-06-02 Photo ofCarrauntoohil 2016-06-02

    This is an alternate way to the usual path through this boring, crazy and overcrowded Devil's Ladder ! The way up follows the Brother O'Shea's Gully Route. But, be careful ! Sometimes the path is somewhat discontinuous,...

    Unfortunately it is not possible to do the full track anymore. We did it clockwise. It was difficult to find the path up...
    Rick Vlaming
    I loved the scenery!
    Brumi_cz

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