Malin
An interesting and unspoilt 17th century plantation village picturesquely situated at the head of Trawbreaga Bay. A Key feature is the bridge crossing the Ballyboe…
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The Wild Atlantic Way, for the most part, follows the formally established route named the “Inishowen 100” coastal scenic drive. “The Inishowen 100” may sound like a Formula One race, but it gets its name from the approximate distance in miles of the sign-posted circuit, which starts in Newtoncunningham on the Inishowen Peninsula.
It was established as an independent traveller’s route aimed at walking, cycling or driving with special interest areas highlighted, that might otherwise have been missed. The “Wild Atlantic Way” route must accommodate for large coaches (56 seats) to pass and park, which necessitates bypassing some of the minor roads. Therefore, the smaller groups and indepedendent travellers following the “Inishowen 100” drive can experience that little bit more than those keeping to the designated WAW route. You will certainly not wish to break any speed records as you linger and savour the many scenic and historical gems that Inishowen, Ireland’s largest peninsula, has to offer.
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Carndonagh
The chief glory of this market town is the famous St. Patrick’s Cross, dating back to the 7th century. It is one of the very…
Isle of Doagh
Doagh Island is situated on the route from Ballyliffin to Carndonagh. This was an island until after the Ice Age, when melting ice left the…
Ballyliffin
One of the chief attractions of this delightful little seaside resort is its magnificent stretch of golden sands, over 2 miles in length, known as…
Clonmany
Clonmany is located next to a river and overlooked by four imposing and awe-inspiring mountains; Bulbin is 1,500ft (457.1m), Raghtin More is 1,656ft (504.7m), Binion…
Urris
The trip down from the Urris Mountains, through the Gap of Mamore, towards Urris takes you on the steep winding road which is one of…
Mamore Gap
This has to be one of the most breathtaking locations in Donegal. Located five miles North of Buncrana, Mamore Gap passes between Mamore Hill and…
Dunree & Desertegney
Fort Dunree, perched majestically on a rocky outcrop overlooking Lough Swilly, demonstrates its vital role in coastal defence and neutrality protection with a complete expose…
Buncrana
The principal and largest town in the peninsula, Buncrana sits prominently on the shore of Lough Swilly, which translates, from Gaelic into the very appropriate…
Fahan
This is the site of the ancient 7th Century Abbey of St Mura. The cross of St. Mura marks his grave 654A.D. Other artefacts found…