The best road cycling routes around Ennis Municipal District

Impressive, but tons of tourists. The path along the cliffs is currently impassable on both sides due to construction work. Nevertheless, the same price is charged for parking.

Beautiful abbey, hardly any tourists.

Lahinch is an iconic destination on the Wild Atlantic Way, famous for its world-class links golf courses and vibrant surf culture. This charming coastal village in County Clare boasts a vast Blue Flag beach, a lively main street filled with traditional pubs, and direct access to the spectacular Cliffs of Moher. Whether you come for the international top sport during the Walker Cup 2026, the rousing sounds of the Lahinch Trad Festival, or simply for the fresh sea air, Lahinch is the ultimate blend of Irish hospitality and natural splendor.

Lahinch Beach is the beating heart of Irish surf culture, nestled in a stunning crescent-shaped bay along the Wild Atlantic Way. This expansive Blue Flag sandy beach offers the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation, with world-class waves for surfers and safe swimming zones for families. Whether you're braving the elements in the surf, strolling along the iconic promenade, or soaking in the views of the nearby Cliffs of Moher, Lahinch Beach provides an unforgettable coastal experience in County Clare.

Spanish Point owes its name to the dramatic demise of the Spanish Armada in 1588, when ships were wrecked on the unforgiving cliffs and hundreds of sailors were buried near the coast. From the 19th century onwards, the place flourished as a chic Victorian seaside resort, with stately villas and the historic Atlantic Hotel bearing witness to a rich tourist past. Today, Spanish Point combines these deep historical roots with its status as one of the most iconic surf and holiday destinations on the Wild Atlantic Way.

Kilrush is one of the few designated 'Heritage Towns' in Ireland and breathes a rich maritime history. The streetscape is characterized by Frances Street – one of the widest streets in the country – and historic facades that recall its time as a thriving market town under the Vandeleur family. The modern marina now forms the beating heart and is the gateway to the Shannon Estuary, home to a large population of bottlenose dolphins. For walkers and cyclists, the town offers a perfect mix of heritage, coastal paths, and nature in the nearby Kilrush Forest Park.

Best visited in the afternoon to take advantage of the better sunshine. Be careful, however, as the cliff edge can be very dangerous on rainy or windy days. These black cliffs, composed of layers of sandstone and moss-covered slate where thousands of birds nest, are among Ireland's most spectacular natural sites. Their dizzying height (approximately 200 meters at the top, near the tower, and over 8 kilometers long) makes you feel so small that you forget the presence of other tourists, even though they are numerous.

Admission was collected at the parking lot in June 2025. Nothing was checked during our visit. The entrance building was not in use.