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Connemara
Connemara, County Galway
Wild at heart
At times austere, at times sublime, Connemara is a place of legend, folklore and profound beauty. The late writer and cartographer Tim Robinson spoke of the landscape’s “huge, luminous spaces”, and it’s no surprise that artists and photographers, poets and playwrights have all found inspiration here.
Bounded by the Atlantic and set within a particularly scenic corner of County Galway, the region is famous for its wild terrain and soft colors. Rust-colored bogs are dotted with polished grey-blue lakes; old dry-stone walls are threaded over hills; and coral beaches, sandy bays and little harbors are edged by an ever-changing ocean.
Connemara is not just about the landscape, though – it’s about the Irish language, cherished by the locals. It’s about the charm of towns and villages such as Leenane, Roundstone, Clifden and Letterfrack. It’s about the ponies, the music, the pure flavors of local food. It’s about as good as it gets.
Killary Harbour, Connemara, County Galway
Killary Harbour
Explore the meeting of mountain, ocean and wild beauty in the heart of Connemara.
Kylemore Abbey, County Galway
Kylemore Abbey
A legendary love story, beautiful gardens and a setting that will make your heart soar. Experience the romance of Kylemore Abbey.
A land of tradition
In Connemara, traditions continue strongly. Everything from the food on your plate to the music in pubs is infused with a unique cultural heritage. These traditions are also reflected in the language – Connemara is a Gaeltacht region, which means it’s Irish-speaking. You can have a go yourself by practicing a few words (“cupla focal”), or even doing a course, but if you don’t fancy it, don’t worry – everyone speaks English, too.
Connemara, County Galway
When it comes to food, Galway has a strong sea-faring tradition and smoked fish is a local favorite. You’ll notice smoked salmon and smoked mackerel on menus all over Connemara, but to see the craft of smoking up close, arrange a tour of the Connemara Smokehouse and Visitor Centre.
Want to check out an authentic “trad session”? You’re in the right place. Musicians frequently gather in cozy corners in lively pubs all over Connemara, such as Molly’s in Letterfrack, Lowry’s in Clifden and The Shamrock Bar in Roundstone.
Trad session along the Wild Atlantic Way
Traditional tunes
Drop into a Connemara pub and you’re guaranteed to hear some rousing traditional music. Don’t know what to expect? We’ve got the lowdown on what it’s all about.
Connemara highlights
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