The Quiet Man Bridge
Tourist site

The Quiet Man Bridge

Irish bridges
Le Quiet Man Bridge

For fans of cinema, and of the famous film “The Quiet Man”, then Quiet Man Bridge is THE destination not to be missed! It was here that John Wayne shot one of the film’s most emblematic scenes!

Visit the Quiet Man Bridge

A bridge marks the start of a hiking trail

The Quiet Man Bridge is a dry-stone bridge best known for having been a favorite filming location for John Wayne.

It is on this bridge that the actor is said to have shot the famous scene, in which he is moved to discover a wild and grandiose landscape: an Irish landscape!

The bridge has remained intact since the film, and is located less than 3 kilometers from Oughterad in Connemara.

For fans of l’Homme Tranquille, this bridge is the start of a signposted hiking trail organized by the tourist office. This is your chance to retrace the footsteps of the film’s most important locations! Don’t hesitate to set off well-equipped for a short walk: hiking boots and a backpack are a must for this exploration!


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Practical Guide

The Quiet Man Bridge

Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.

Address

3km from Oughterard, Oughterard (County Galway) - Republic of Ireland

GPS coordinates

53.426898, -9.422389

Visit duration

15 minutes

Opening hours

  • every day

Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
Prices

  • free of charge

Location

The Quiet Man Bridge on the map

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