Activities Connemara, Galway | Things to do in Connemara

Where is the best place to stay to experience Connemara?

Here at Ballynahinch Castle, we offer you the opportunity to walk, hike, or cycle through the natural Connemara landscape. You can also try your hand at fishing, so you can truly grasp how it was to live in rural Ireland.

Is Ballynahinch recommended for fly fishing in Ireland?

Ballynahinch Castle offers locations on our grounds, or very near to try fly fishing, with options for all experience levels. The nearby lakes and rivers have been fished for years and are very well equipped to give you a hitch free fishing experience.

Which of the Top 5 activities would be suited during a short stay?

Ballynahinch Castle offers so many incredible ways to spend your days, though our favourites are hiking through nature, fly fishing and simply relaxing on our extensive grounds listening to the sound of the river’s journey.

What hiking options are there to do in Connemara?

The west of Ireland has so many different trails to showcase its beauty. Whether it’s a forest trail, a lakeside walk, or a mountain hike, talk to our on-site walking guide to discover the trail that’s right for you.

Are all of Ballynahinch Activities relatively close to the hotel?

Ballynahinch Castle is located in the heart of Connemara, and all of our activites during your break is but a stones throw from our grounds.

What activities can you do in Connemara?

There are so many things to do in Connemara. In Ballynahinch Castle Hotel guests can spend their time getting back to nature with activities such as fly-fishing on the Owenmore River, exploring the walking trails, hiking the nearby mountains, cycling the greenway or even a boat trip on our Islands and Lobster experience. In the surrounding areas, guests can famous attractions such as the Connemara National Park and Kylemore Abbey or spend the day browsing shops in the local villages. Other activities can you enjoy include kayaking or even surfing, visiting an oyster farm, visiting a sheep farm and a cruise on the stunning Killary fjord. The possibilities are endless.

Is Ballynahinch near Connemara National Park?

Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is located a 40 minute drive from Connemara National Park. The national park encompasses a car park, visitor centre, tea rooms, a children's playground and great walks including a path to the top of Diamond Hill and boardwalks of the blanket bogs. From the summit of Diamond Hill visitors can look down on the famous Kylemore Abbey and their Victorian Walled Gardens visible in the valley on the other side of the mountain.

What are popular wild Atlantic way attractions are in Connemara?

Located in the heart of Connemara, Ballynahinch Castle Hotel is the perfect destination for those seeking to explore the Connemara region of the Wild Atlantic Way. The county Galway coastline offers some dramatic scenery, from the Sky Road in Clifden, the mountain lined Killary Fjord to the stunning Gurteen Beach and Dogs Bay sand spit near Roundstone. Learn about Marconi Wireless Station and see the landing site of Alcock & Brown’s first transatlantic flight at Derrigimlagh Discovery Point.

How far is Sky Road from Ballynahinch Castle?

The Connemara region is known for its picturesque landscape and it is no wonder that it is part of the Wild Atlantic Way. One of the most popular discovery points is at the top of the sky road. This viewpoint is located just outside Clifden town and is just a 25-minute drive from Ballynahinch Castle Hotel. From the top of the sky road visitors can enjoy incredible views overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and the small islands just off the Connemara coastline.

Is there access to water activities near Ballynahinch?

Ballynahinch Castle is located directly by Ballynahinch Lake and offers opportunities for fly fishing and River Fishing, and there is a sailing club in Clifden so you can try your hand at controlling the Wild Atlantic Wind. If something more tame is what your looking for you can try horse riding on Omey Beach and if you're lucky you may be able to ride all the way to Omey Island.

What are the best mountains to hike near Ballynahinch Castle?

There are many many mountains in Connemara near Ballynahinch Castle, and some of the best hiking experiences are Diamond Hill in Connemara National Park and has a trail leading all the way to the top. Another beautiful mountain hike is Mamean which is rooted in Irish history with a chapel at the top that is still in use to this day.

How far is Ballynahinch from the Atlantic Ocean?

Ballynahinch Castle Hotel in Connemara is the perfect destination for those seeking to explore the west of Ireland and the Wild Atlantic Way. Just a short scenic drive from the hotel, guests can visit many of the WAW Discovery Points and points of interest. The breath taking the Sky Road viewpoint overlooking Clifden Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Several small islands can be seen and even the flashing light of the lighthouse at Slyne Head is visible in the far distance on a clear evening after dusk. Another interesting viewpoint is the Killary Harbour which a fjord with surround dramatic scenery, with the highest mountain in Connacht Mweelrea on one side and the Maumturk Mountains and the Twelve Bens. There are so many more Wild Atlantic Way Viewpoints and Discovery Points in this wonderful region.

Things to do during your stay at Ballynahinch

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Fly Fishing & Tutorials

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Ballynahinch Picnics

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Guided Estate Walks

Guided Hiking

Cycling Connemara

Ballynahinch Trails

Things to Do in Connemara at Ballynahinch.

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