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Clifden is a coastal town in County Galway, Ireland, in the region of Connemara, located on the Owenglin River where it flows into Clifden Bay. As the largest town in the region, it is often referred to as "the Capital of Connemara". Frequented by tourists, Clifden is linked to Galway city by the N59.


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1 - Connemara National Park

   9 km away

Connemara National Park is one of six national parks in Ireland that are managed by the National Parks and Wildlife Service of the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. It is located in the west of Ireland within County Galway.

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2 - Diamond Hill

   10 km away

Diamond Hill or Bengooria is an isolated peak overlooking the village of Letterfrack, in the northwest corner of the Twelve Bens in Connemara National Park in County Galway, Ireland.

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3 - Mountain Bike Tours in Clifden

Spend a full day exploring one of the world's most beautiful coastal landscapes, as you ride an electric bike along Connemara's Wild Atlantic Way. Meander down quiet, country lanes on this peaceful, self-guided tour, or enjoy scenic views of the coast while exploring the Clifden countryside. Depending upon which route you choose, and how long you plan to ride, enjoy the views from the famous Sky Road as well as the haunting Bog Road, or make your way to Roundstone village for seafood chowder and mussels.

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4 - Tully Cross

   12 km away

Tully Cross is a small village located on the Renvyle Peninsula in north-west Connemara, in County Galway, Ireland. It is actually situated in the townland of Gorteenclough. The village lies close to the sea and is on the Wild Atlantic Way coastal route.

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5 - Kylemore Abbey

   12 km away
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6 - Shore Excursions in Clifden

Welcome to cycling along the rugged Wild Atlantic Way to experience the dramatic land and seascapes of the west of Ireland. Connemara is punctuated by world famous views and sites, unique and ancient heritage and the geology and natural features of the region are in a class of their own. Biking & cycling safaris are great for those who like to get outdoors into the fresh pure Connemara air, with landscapes dominated by the Twelve Bens mountain range, boarded by Lough Corrib in the East and the Atlantic on the West.

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7 - Derryclare Lough

   16 km away

Derryclare Lough is a freshwater lake at the entrance of the Inagh Valley, in Connemara, Galway, in the west of Ireland.

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8 - Connemara

   18 km away

Connemara is a cultural region in County Galway, Ireland. The area has a strong association with traditional Irish culture and contains a major part of the Connacht Irish-speaking Gaeltacht, which is a key part of the identity of the region and is the largest Gaeltacht in the country.

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9 - Safaris in Clifden

In the early dawn, set out to track the Wild Red Deer in its natural habitat of scenic mountains, bogs, heaths, grasslands and woodlands. Fully guided. Available all year round. Min 1 max 4 pax. Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability IMPORTANT: A voucher will be supplied after booking with departure times, departure point, directions and details. Please print out and bring with you to validate Children must be accompanied by an adult Subject to favorable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund Adult pricing applies to all travelers Not wheelchair accessible Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.

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10 - Doo Lough

   25 km away

Doo Lough is a freshwater lake in the west of Ireland. It is located in southwest County Mayo on the Murrisk peninsula.

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11 - Doolough

   25 km away

Doolough is a coastal townland covering an area of 2,493 acres in Kiltane Parish, Erris, North County Mayo, in Ireland. It is southeast of Belmullet town and is part of the Mayo Gaeltacht.

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12 - Bike Rentals in Clifden

E-bike along the spectacular Wild Atlantic Way to experience dramatic land & seascapes. Connemara is punctuated by world famous views and sites, unique and ancient heritage and geology.

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13 - View of Inishmore Coastline

   44 km away
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14 - Inishmore

   45 km away

Inis Mór is the largest of the Aran Islands in Galway Bay in Ireland and has an area of 31 km². Inis Mór has a population of about 840, making it the largest of the Aran Islands in terms of population and largest island off the Irish coast with no bridge or causeway to the mainland.

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15 - Kilronan

   47 km away

Cill Rónáin is the main settlement on Inishmore, one of the Aran Islands off the west coast of Ireland in County Galway. The ferries serving the island call at Doolin, County Clare and also Rossaveal, County Galway.

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