Walking, Cycling or Driving tour on Clifden's Sky Road - Some of the most spectacular Panoramic Views of Connemara's coast and Clifden town.See more
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Jul 27, 2024
Lovely drive beautiful scenery..however I wish they would cut back the bushes so we could see some more Lovely scenery...I expect someone will suggest you can't do it because of birds nesting?....sur… Full review by noelmO6201BV
Jul 15, 2024
Absolutely stunning location, views, etc. Approximately 10km loop, I've driven it a couple of times, this time I decided to cycle it. Sorry I didn't do a second loop involving the lower road. Fantast… Full review by BOHSMAN
Jul 11, 2024
What a great run around the loop of the sky road after lunch to see the coast tip and all its beauty. The road is mostly one lane and takes a bit with very few places to stop for photos without impe… Full review by rogersober
How long should I plan on for driving Sky Road & stopping to take pictures? I have 2 full days in Cliften (3 nights). I want to see Sky Road, Kylemore Abbey, hike Diamond Hill, and probably see the beaches around (Roundstone, Dog Bay, Mannin Bay). Could I do Sky Road + Kylemore Abbey one day and then do a hike and see Roundstone and a few beaches on the 2nd day? Before Clifden I have 3 nights in Galway. After Clifden I will drive to Westport for 3 nights. Thank you! Oh, this will be in July, so long days.
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The drive on the sky road could be done in 2 hours from Clifton and back. It’s beautiful but it is just a drive. There is a beach at the end if you like but only if you have time.
Hi I would be grateful for your opinion.... I am the tour manager for Lotus Drivers Club. Our cars are wide, very low to the ground and almost impossible to reverse.... based on that information would you consider this loop to be worthwhile and safe for us to undertake. I greatly appreciate your first hand knowledge. Kind regards Jennie Wilson Tour Manager Lotus Drivers Club
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Hi Jennie roads very narrow and places to pull in not that plentiful it is very beautiful place and fabulous climb from clifden all back viewing park the lower road is even a tighter road …
Hi Jennie roads very narrow and places to pull in not that plentiful it is very beautiful place and fabulous climb from clifden all back viewing park the lower road is even a tighter road a definite no for her cars besides all the views up the sky road ,,personally if ye are back there you have to it evenings the quietest time on the roads. there is even a castle 2.6k out from clifden beautiful view looking down at it and the bay hope this was of some help
Hi there, Is it possible to cycle the Sky Road? How safe is it? Also where is the best base to see Connemara from? Thanks
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Hi to you too... I am not a cyclist but the road is good but narrow so care needed with cars as always. Were are you coming from please? From Galway, take the Clifden road to reach the …
Hi to you too... I am not a cyclist but the road is good but narrow so care needed with cars as always. Were are you coming from please? From Galway, take the Clifden road to reach the heart of Connemara, then see what you seek to visit. It is all utterly lovely. A favourite route is taking a right soon after going through Recess on the Clifden road from Galway, signed Letterfrack and Kylemore Abbey, . Across miles of moors and past a lake.Inagh. Quiet road and I think good cycling with little traffic. When you come to the main road then, left will take you to Kylemore, then Letterfrack, to Clifden, RIGHT to Killary Fjord I would go right! Then in Leenane, take the narrow right to Maam and Maam Cross for glorious scenery. Form there Cong maybe! So many lovely places. If you settle for Clifden, try the Old Bog road to Roundstone.. Enjoy!
We are hoping to do walks in the area, but aren't clear whether we would be able to walk sections of the Sky Road or whether there are walks nearby. We will not have a car and will rely on buses and possibly taxi's to get to and from walks. Any info about where to walk would be welcome. We are also deciding where to stay --probably Roundstone and/or Clifden. What suggestions do you have in terms of walks we can access without a car and choice of where to stay? BTW we are in our early 70's, in very good shape, prefer walks in the 2-4 hour range --but can do up to 7 hours depending on the situation. Our trip will be in late May.
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Hi! I would recommend this walk: Derrigimlagh Bog. You will need to take a taxi to the site, a short ride from both Roundstone and Clifden, but it's a nice walk through the bog and also …
Hi! I would recommend this walk: Derrigimlagh Bog. You will need to take a taxi to the site, a short ride from both Roundstone and Clifden, but it's a nice walk through the bog and also learning about the former Marconi site. The Sky Road wouldn't be safe for a walk in my opinion, as its narrow and it does have quite a few cars whizzing by, with no sidewalk, etc. I think its really meant more for a drive. I have seen backpackers but I even get nervous driving on it. It's also quite long. However, if you stay in Clifden, you can walk the Beach Road, and even further to Clifden Castle, which you can access from town, and I found it to be very safe with a lot of walkers. It's lovely! And at the end is a nice tea shop overlooking the water. If you stay in Clifden, honestly, most of the places are quite good. I recently stayed in the Dun Ri Guesthouse in Clifden. It's in the center of town and reasonably priced. It's nice, clean, decent sized room and nice breakfast selections. Anywhere you stay in Clifden will take you to the Beach Road easily. If you are considering something more upscale, the Abbeyglen Castle is located on the Sky Road and there is also a back route to take you to the Beach Road and a walk to Clifden Castle.
Jul 27, 2024
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