The Cliffs of Aran

The Cliffs of Aran

Inishmore Cliffs (Cliffs of Aran) - © Failte Ireland/Tourism Ireland

Visiter The Cliffs of Aran.

Ireland’s Inishmore Island boasts some of the country’s most beautiful cliffs: the Cliffs of Aran. Magnificent, they have the originality of being ultra-cut, almost like a geometric cut. They seem to plunge at right angles to the ocean, with magnificent grey granite rocks. A show not to be missed!

Inishmore Cliffs (Cliffs of Aran)

The result of natural erosion on Inishmore Island

Inishmore - © MNStudio

Inishmore – © MNStudio

Forget the Cliffs of Moher or the Slieve League for a moment. The Cliffs of Aran are also well worth a visit! Because they offer breathtaking, steep ocean views. Breathtaking!

When the weather’s fine, they’re impressively majestic… while when the weather’s poor, they convey a darker, absolutely magnificent mood!

Left in their natural state, they are among the most beautiful natural sites in Ireland. But beware: it’s also a dangerous place! Here, there are few bodyguards, and the void is always there! Also, avoid walking too close to the shore: a gust of wind, a careless selfie and the circumstances can be dramatic! Many accidents have already occurred as a result of taking unnecessary risks.

If you’re feeling cautious, note the possibility of walking along the cliffs from end to end. Take a sweater and a windbreaker, as the ocean air is quite invigorating! You’re in for a real breath of fresh air!

The surrounding countryside is magnificent. Take your time and visit Fort Dun Aengus, a prehistoric Irish fort built on the edge of these famous cliffs. The setting is fascinating!


The Cliffs of Aran
Practical information

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

Coordonnées GPSGPS :
53.107706, -9.710548

Durée de la visite Tour duration :
1h30


The Cliffs of Aran on a map



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