Mullaghmore — Attraction in County Clare

My choice is the blue route.

I have been to many peaks in the Burren region and I can confidently say that this peak offers one of the best views of the Burren!

I was that guy in sneakers and managed to avoid twisting my ankle. I recommend using proper hiking shoes. Sneakers are a bad choice.

Here are three interesting facts about Mullaghmore Hill (also known as Mullach Mór, or "Great Summit") in the Burren region of County Clare, Ireland: A geological marvel of tectonics: The 180-meter-high hill is a unique limestone formation, folded in dramatic layers millions of years ago by the collision of tectonic plates underground. This makes it one of the most recognizable "folded" landscapes in the Burren, reminiscent of the outline maps from school geography textbooks. An ecological reserve with orchids: As part of the Burren National Park, Mullaghmore Hill is an ideal place to observe rare flora: 23 of Ireland's 27 orchid species grow here, including the early-flowering purple orchid and the rare sword-shaped elbeorine. In spring and summer, the gray karst landscape comes alive with vibrant colors unique to the area. Environmental scandal of the 1990s: In 1991, authorities planned to build a visitor center on the hillside, sparking a decade-long conflict between conservationists (including the Burren Action Group and future Irish President Michael D. Higgins) and tourism advocates. In 2000, the project was cancelled due to the threat of damage to the fragile ecosystem, preserving the hill in its...

A proper day hike from the trailhead if you do more than the Red route.

A very beautiful and rugged landscape, carved out by the glaciers and stalked by mankind since. Great views of Co. Clare from the hillsides and tops. Quite inspiring.

Red route was essentially 2 hours up and back.

Decent boots are a must - don't be that guy with trainers on. You WILL twist your ankle and regret it. Those in flip flops need not apply.

Father Ted's house is visible on a clear day from the top (roughly SSW). Take binoculars.

Don't pick flowers, take rocks or stones, it's a protected area and it's not...

Die Rundwanderung auf und rund um den Mullaghmore ist unschwierig und in weniger als 2 Stunden zu schaffen, aber sehr lohnend, denn es handelt sich um eine einzigartige geologische Landschaft, geprägt durch eindrucksvoll geschichtete Kalksteine, die zuerst von Gletschern glatt geschliffen und nach der Eiszeit zu einer kargen Karstlandschaft geformt wurden.

Obwohl der Mullaghmore nicht mal 200 m hoch ist, fühlt es sich doch wie eine richtige Bergtour an, über felsige Pfade und mit schönen Rund- und Tiefblicken....