The Doonbeg Area & West Clare, Co.Clare Ireland

Walking, Hiking and Cycling

The most enjoyable and scenic walks lead along the beaches and the cliffs of our coastline. Walks include the Tullaher Bog Trail (Doonbeg) and the Slí na Sláinte Walks (signposted, in Doonbeg, Ennis (Ballyalla & Drumcliffe), Killimer and Kilmihill). If you like it less spectacular enjoy walking along quietHiking in the Burren back country roads or on forest walks on the hills between Cree and Kilmaley (scenic route); in Kilrush's Vandeleur Garden and in the Dromore woods close to Ennis. For the hiking enthusiast well organised scenic country routes are established throughout Clare:

  • The Burren way
    from Lahinch to Ballyvaughan over the lunar landscape of the Burren (40 kms)
  • the Mid Clare Way
    a 100 km walking route, linking to the East Clare Way at Tulla
  • The Lough Derg Way
    over 50 km along the banks of the River Shannon, starting from Limerick

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Cycling

The best way to get around our region is by bicycle ! Quiet traffic-free side roads and country lanes allow you plenty of perspectives for a deeper insight into the beauty of the country and its people!
Marked cycle routes include:

    Cycling in West Clare
  • West Clare Cycleway (70 km)
  • Loop Head Cycleway (65 km)
  • Dolphin Cycleway (27 km)
  • Burren Cycleway (70 km)
  • Dolmen Cycleway (45 km)
  • Lough Derg Cycleway (132 km)

Information booklet available in Local Tourist Offices.

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Guided Walking in the Burren

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