Kylemore Lough

Kylemore Lough

Kylemore lough - © Louis-Michel DESERT

Visiter Kylemore Lough.

A lake of deep, mysterious waters, home to many legends!

Kylemore Lough is a Connemara lake near Letterfrack. It is on the shores of this lake that the famous “Kylemore Castle” was built, along with its abbey and gardens. The lake is sumptuous, nestling against an imposing mountain. A must-see if you love wide open spaces!

Visit Kylemore Lough

A lake that stretches for miles in Connemara!

Kylemore lough - © fstopphotography

Kylemore lough – © fstopphotography

Kylemore Lough is undoubtedly one of the largest lakes in the Connemara region. The entire length of the N59 runs along the north side, offering impressive views of the surrounding area and mountains.

There’s very little traffic here, except in August when the tourist buses come and go non-stop. Choose a quieter period to soak up the majestic silence.

Preferably by car, bus or bike. The road is flat and easy to travel on two wheels.

Feel free to park your car and take a stroll along the water’s edge. The lake has incredible colors, particularly changing with the weather. The waters here are deep and dark, and home to a host of freshwater fish, including the famous Irish pike!


Kylemore Lough
Practical information

Adresse Adresse :
Letterfrack, (County Galway) - Republic of Ireland

Coordonnées GPSGPS :
53.560415, -9.853500
Horaires d'ouvertureOpening hours :
  • every day


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