Ireland
Ireland
Sea cliffs, emerald glens, and waymarked long-distance trails across the island.
About the region
Ireland's hiking is intimate and atmospheric — the Wicklow Way through heather-clad mountains south of Dublin, the Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk over the Atlantic, and the Causeway Coast Way through basalt columns and ruined castles in the north.
Why hikers love it
- Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk (Doolin → Liscannor) that live up to the hype.
- Coastal hiking and Long-distance trails — a match for how you like to hike.
- Prime season: May – Sep. Fly into Dublin (DUB) or Shannon (SNN); most trails reachable by car or coach in 2–3 hr.
Signature hikes
- Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk (Doolin → Liscannor)
- Wicklow Way long-distance trail
- Causeway Coast Way & Carrick-a-Rede rope bridge
Pro tip from GoTravelHiking
Start before sunrise on your headline day (Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk (Doolin → Liscannor)). Trailheads empty out at dawn and light on Ireland's ridgelines is at its best in the first two hours.
Sample 2-day itinerary
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Warm-up & signature view
Cliffs of Moher Coastal Walk (Doolin → Liscannor) · 5.2 mi · 1,200 ft gain
- • Sunrise start
- • Photo stop at overlook
- • Trailhead coffee plan
The bigger objective
Wicklow Way long-distance trail · 8.4 mi · 2,400 ft gain
- • Pre-dawn start
- • Ridge traverse
- • Recovery meal in town
Where to stay & what to pack near Dublin / Galway
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Hotels near Dublin / Galway
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