Children of Lir Loop
Enjoy legends and landscapes along the Children of Lir Loop.
Distance
10km
Terrain
Laneways, grassy tracks, and bog roads
Estimated Time
2hrs - 2.5hrs
Ascent
180m
Grade
Moderate
Start and Finish
Carrowteige Village, Co. Mayo Map Ref: OS 22 F821 420
County
Mayo
Nearest Town
Belmullet
Details
Directions
Start from the village of Glenamoy on the R314 between Belmullet and Ballycastle. Follow the R314 in the direction of Belmullet for approximately 2km to reacha road junction on your right (signposted Ross Port). Turn right and follow this road for approximately 12km (continuing straight at the turn-off for Ross Port) to reach the village of Carrowteigue (An Ceathru Tadhg). The trailhead is located beside the shop on your right as you enter the village.
Trailhead
Carrowteige Village, Co. Mayo Map Ref: OS 22 F821 420
Minimum Gear
Walking boots, raingear, snack and fluid
Theme
Coastal
Contact
Website:
Address:
Carrowteige Village, Belmullet, Co Mayo, Republic Of Ireland
Belmullet
Mayo
Ireland West
You need to head off the beaten track to appreciate the little known, but hugely rewarding, north coast of Mayo. This trail gives a glimpse of the area’s wild and rugged beauty, with its rocky headlands and inlets and towering cliffs. This is an area steeped in tradition – with the Irish language still widely spoken. The Children of Lir sculpture is a nice feature. It’s based on the old legend where, as a punishment, a family of children were transformed into swans and forced to spend hundreds of years wandering the local countryside. Fortunately it won’t be such an onerous task for you!.
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