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Burren Coastal Road

Burren Coastal Road

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Burren Coastal Road

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Location: Clare, Munster, Ireland

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Willem VS

May 19, 2026

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The R477 coastal road winds through the heart of the Burren and is considered one of Ireland's most spectacular driving routes. On one side, the grey limestone mountains tower up, while on the other, the Atlantic Ocean crashes directly against the rock plateaus. This road connects Fanore with Doolin and offers constant views of the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. It is the perfect route to experience the raw scale of the karst landscape, with numerous parking bays for a short walk across the iconic 'limestone pavements'.

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Nils

August 24, 2021

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Impressive rock formation.

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Beyond the Horizon

October 18, 2024

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As I rolled along the Burren cycle path on my racing bike, it felt like I was entering another world. The coastal road, which initially accompanied me with the turquoise …

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This challenging 80.1-mile road cycling loop from Milltown Malbay explores County Clare's dramatic coast and the unique Burren landscape.

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Elevation 30 m

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Wednesday 10 June

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Max wind speed: 40.0 km/h

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Location: Clare, Munster, Ireland

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Burren Coastal Road

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Lisdoonvarna, Black Head and Dolmen loop

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