Nestled amidst breathtaking mountain scenery and beautiful
rugged coastline is one of Ireland's most loved towns,
Clifden. Located in the West of of the county, Clifden is
the largest town in Connemara, which of course is an
outstanding jewel in Ireland's scenic crown.
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Alcock & Brown
Located just 3 miles south of Clifden is the crash landing
site of the first transatlantic flight of Alcock and Brown
(1919) and the monument to this historic achievement. Also
nearby is the site of the first radio transmitter station
from which Marconi exchanged the first transatlantic radio
messages with a station in Nova Scotia in 1907.
Beach Road Walk
A local favourite, the Beach Road is one of the most
peaceful and serene walks in Clifden. Instead of taking a
right at the fork toward the Sky Road, take a left, this
will lead you down toward Clifden harbour. Follow the road
until you reach the Boat Club or take a right a little
before to head up onto the Sky Road or go back to Clifden.
The Bog Road
The superb scenery of the Bog Road is a true ecological
adventure. Take the R341 towards Ballyconneely and turn off
left at Ballinaboy, striking off along the Bog Road that
crosses the famous Roundstone Bog conservation area, turning
right into Roundstone, back towards Ballyconneely and
returning to Clifden.
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