Travel Guide Ireland Connaught Hiking routes

Hiking in Connaught

No doubt about it: hiking routes are fun. Especially in a region like Connaught where there is plenty to discover. All together there are 501 hikes that you can choose from. To get an idea of some of the highlights, here is an overview of the best hiking routes in the area:

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Hiking Route · Galway

Western Way to Leenane

Top moderate

17.5 km

4:40 h

130 m

160 m

This majestic linear walk follows the way-marked “Western Way” from Lough Inagh, through a glacial valley and conifer woods, then along a path ...

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

City Walking · Galway

Urban walk in the heart of Galway

Top easy

5.1 km

1:15 h

10 m

Very comfortable and wonderful urban walk through the Irish City of Galway

from Veronika Kneblová, Outdooractive Editors

Hiking Route · Galway

Clifden to the Ardmore Peninsula on the Sky Loop Road

Top easy

17.2 km

4:00 h

460 m

This tour follows the lanes of the rugged coastline that forms Clifden Bay to reach the exposed Ardmore Peninsula.

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

Hiking Route · Galway

Omey Island Loop

Top easy

14.7 km

4:30 h

28 m

This modest hike from Cleggan leads to the coastal jewel of Omey Island, accessed by a tidal causeway of golden sand.

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

Hiking Route · Galway

Inishbofin Island Walk

Top moderate

11.3 km

3:30 h

280 m

This circular hike on the enchanting Inishbofin Island offers a glimpse into island life with outstanding views, wonderful beaches and wild coastline.

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

Hiking Route · Galway

Maamturks range hike - Corcóg to Leenane

difficult

24.2 km

9:47 h

2,082 m

2,162 m

from Cécile Collot, Alpdest CEE, s.r.o.

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Hiking Route · Galway

Western Way to Leenane

Top moderate

17.5 km

4:40 h

130 m

160 m

This majestic linear walk follows the way-marked “Western Way” from Lough Inagh, through a glacial valley and conifer woods, then along a path ...

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

City Walking · Galway

Urban walk in the heart of Galway

Top easy

5.1 km

1:15 h

10 m

Very comfortable and wonderful urban walk through the Irish City of Galway

from Veronika Kneblová, Outdooractive Editors

Hiking Route · Galway

Clifden to the Ardmore Peninsula on the Sky Loop Road

Top easy

17.2 km

4:00 h

460 m

This tour follows the lanes of the rugged coastline that forms Clifden Bay to reach the exposed Ardmore Peninsula.

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

Hiking Route · Galway

Omey Island Loop

Top easy

14.7 km

4:30 h

28 m

This modest hike from Cleggan leads to the coastal jewel of Omey Island, accessed by a tidal causeway of golden sand.

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

Hiking Route · Galway

Inishbofin Island Walk

Top moderate

11.3 km

3:30 h

280 m

This circular hike on the enchanting Inishbofin Island offers a glimpse into island life with outstanding views, wonderful beaches and wild coastline.

from John Hall, Macs Adventure Ltd

Hiking Route · Galway

Maamturks range hike - Corcóg to Leenane

difficult

24.2 km

9:47 h

2,082 m

2,162 m

from Cécile Collot, Alpdest CEE, s.r.o.

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Nephin from the East (March 2012)

This short but rewarding outing to Connacht’s second-highest point is a perfect option in winter, explains Helen Fairbairn.

The Sheffreys

A looped walk taking in the Western end of the Sheffreys including the highest point Barrclashcame.

Benbulbin & Slievemore

This moderate hike should take around 5 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.12.7km.Total Ascent 554m

Benbaun Circuit ~ South Approach

This should take about 5 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.9.81km. ~ Total Ascent 738mNavigation skills are essential because the Connemara weather can be unpredictable.

Leenaun (Leenane) Hill ~ shorter version

This hike should take about 5 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.10.63km.Total Ascent 697m

Mweelrea from Silver Strand ~ 8/6/20

This moderate hike should take between 4 to 5 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.11km.Total Ascent 825m

Ben Bury - Moderate Hike

This moderate hike should take between 4 & 5 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.8.49km.Total Ascent 775m

Doughruagh & Garraun ~ Moderate Hike

This moderate hike should take between 5 & 6 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.13.43km.Total Ascent 910m

Nephin Beg & Glennamong ~ Circuit Hike 14/6/20

This moderate plus hike should take around 7+ hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.20.73km.Total Ascent 1269m

Bunnacunneen ~ Moderate Circuit ~ 14/1/2020

This moderate hike should take about 6 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.

Benchoona from Lettergesh Beach ~ 21/6/2020

This hike should take about 5 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.9.92km.Total Ascent 702m

Mweelrea via The Ramp ~ 26/7/2020

This moderate hike should take around 6½ hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.13.03km / Total Ascent 1062m

Bencorr & Derryclare - East Approach

This moderate hike should take between 5 to 6 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.11.55km.Total Ascent 857m

Glencoaghan Horseshoe

This should take about 7 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.13.43km.Total Ascent 1470m

Corraun Peninsular ~ East Approach ~ 30/08/2020

This moderate hike should about 6 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.16.48km.Total Ascent 768m

Croaghaun Cliff Hike ~ Moderate

This highly recommended hike should take between 6 to 7 hours under reasonable conditions; longer with inclement weather.12.09km. / Total Ascent 1124m

Benwiskin, Co. Sligo (January)

After decades of access restrictions, Benwiskin in County Sligo is now open and waiting to be explored. Join Kieron Gribbon on one of Ireland’s most iconic peaks.

Corraun Hill East Top

This walk on the Corraun peninsula is possibly overlooked by the allure of the hikes on the neighbouring Achill Island but it's worth the detour as it offers great views of Achill Island, the Belmullet Peninsula and Connemara.

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