Top Things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East
The 10 Best Hiking Trails in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland’s Ancient East
Discover the best top things to do in Ireland’s Ancient East, Ireland including Beara Way, Ballyhoura Walking Trails, The Sheeps Head Way, The Wicklow Way, Kilcullen Farm & Nature Trail, Templemore Park Fairy Trail, Glenshelane Woods, Waterford Greenway, Ballinastoe Sli na Slainte, Nore Valley Walking Route.
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1. Beara Way
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 214 reviews
Reviewed By Go529321 - Drogheda, Ireland
Wonderful drive great scenery only problem roadside very Narrow with very few passing points or viewing spots where you can stop for photos
2. Ballyhoura Walking Trails
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5.0 based on 64 reviews
Ballyhoura Country is a walker's paradise offering spectacular walking in ancient and unspoilt landscapes. Whether your interests lie in short, easy walks or long distance walking, whether you prefer guided walks or to organise your walking independently; walkers of all abilities will be invigorated by the sheer beauty and tranquillity of the area. Walking through Ballyhoura Country offers plenty choice to walking enthusiasts, there are exciting nature walks, river bank walks, quiet country roads, the Ballyhoura Waymarked Way, rugged mountains, rich bogs, and mythical landscapes. For further information contact Ballyhoura Bears Walking Club.
Reviewed By likestotravel529 - Limerick, Ireland
A misty Sunday morning walk took me up the mountains of Ballyhoura. I would suggest to GPS Ballyhoura Car Park before setting out as this will bring you to the beginning of the walk. The walk itself can become steep at times taking you past a ringfort and up over many hills and mountains including Seefin Mountain and a good workout. It is an area with many rocks and shadows in the distance and carries an air of mystery about it. There is a presence of steeping back thousands of years while standing within this environment. I came in early January which led to lots of bog land, though there is always access through.
3. The Sheeps Head Way
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5.0 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By EwanPhoto - Clonakilty, Ireland
If you enjoy coastal walks the Sheep’s Head way Loop Walks are great, but be aware that the loop walks are not an easy stroll! We spent 5 nights in a cottage just outside Kilcrohane, which was a great location for accessing several of the loop walks. We did one each day over 4 days: Lighthouse Loop Caher Loop Farranamanagh Loop Cahergal Loop They were all easy to navigate thanks to the maps at the car parks and regular way markers. There is lots of history on the Sheep’s Head and the scenery is beautiful. We were there during October 2020 and were very lucky with the weather, however the routes were wet and boggy. Don’t attempt the loop walks without walking boots, outdoor clothing, food and water. Published predicted walking times are based on 3km/hour but with the rough terrain and taking a couple of 15min breaks, we were doing about 2km/hour, meaning a 3 hour walk was taking us 4.5 hours. Congratulations to everyone involved in the walking routes, it was a pleasure to be able to enjoy access across the land and by following the signage it was reassuring that we weren’t venturing where we shouldn’t have.
4. The Wicklow Way
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5.0 based on 215 reviews
Reviewed By Familiaturner
This area of Ireland is not to be missed. Very different from anything else we saw. If you start in Roundwood and take highway R759 you will go through some amazing countryside. Stop near Lough Tay and find the trailhead. (There are a few parking areas). You can take a spectacular hike on a beautifully maintained trail (much of which is raised boardwalk) and see amazing views in every direction. Then, drive towards Sally Gap. It's hauntingly beautiful and unique. So worthwhile. You can continue on to Dublin from there. Country roads (narrow) but typical of those in Ireland.
5. Kilcullen Farm & Nature Trail
6. Templemore Park Fairy Trail
7. Glenshelane Woods
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By brianmR9070WD
The glen is without doubt one of the great hidden gems not just of Waterford but of the whole country. This is an area of great scenic beauty and of nature at its finest. Fantastic and well marked walks.
8. Waterford Greenway
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5.0 based on 646 reviews
Waterford Greenway is a spectacular 46 km off-road cycling and walking trail along an old railway line which runs between Waterford and Dungarvan. From the Viking City alongside the River Suir, out by Mount Congreve Gardens, through Kilmacthomas, across eleven bridges, over three impressive viaducts and through a 400m long tunnel; with wonderful views of the Comeragh Mountains and Dungarvan Bay.
Reviewed By renaultwrc - Waterford, Ireland
Absolutely fabulous, walking or cycling it's a pleasure, coastal and inland old railway line converted to this stunning Greenway, try pint in old world pub along the way or coffee or tea and scones in Kilmacthomas old workhouse ,you will return many times guaranteed
9. Ballinastoe Sli na Slainte
10. Nore Valley Walking Route
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By donnyMiltonKeynes
We had a lovely walk, not quite sure where we were going at times but a great couple of hours. Very peaceful
