Nenagh Castle — Attraction in The Municipal District of Nenagh

This Norman keep was built around 1200 and it’s over 30 metres high. The crown of crenellations (Buildings with defensive architecture often have gaps which were implemented to allow the launch of arrows or other projectiles from within; these gaps are called ‘crenels’) and the ring of clerestory windows were later added in 1861.

What is really interesting is that you enter this castle for free. You just walk in and climb the first set of wooden stairs until you reach the first floor filled with lots of information about the castle. Then you climb stairs made out of stone, which are way more uncomfortable but also way more interesting. The second floor seemed to have been the public hall of the keep, with a destroyed fireplace made out of sandstone. The third floor is the last room on the inside before you reach the top. Be careful here, the wind can be quite strong here, but the view really is stunning!

I am so glad that I had the chance to see this castle again and to tell you a bit more about it. If you’re in the area, stop there and climb these old stairs! I can definitely only recommend Nenagh and the...

Visited in September 2024. Stopped in Nenaugh for lunch on our drive from Dingle to Dublin and discovered this castle as we walked around town after lunch. As stated in other reviews the views from the top are something to see. There are a lot of stairs to the top but you should stop on each floor to read the history and see the exhibits so that the climb is not too arduous. It's an interesting place. The two gentlemen at the front desk were very helpful with their local knowledge and advice for my girlfriend who has ancestors from the nearby areas. The castle is definitely...

Nenagh Castle is a 13th century cylindrical Norman Castle built with limestone which is well worth a visit. It is centrally located in the town of Nenagh and accessible for free thanks to the good work of the OPW. The history of the castle is on visual display inside and the rooftop can be accessed by climbing the wooden stairs initially and continuing up the narrow winding stone stairway through the various oak floor storeys to the summit. There are great views from the summit of the surrounding countryside including the Silvermine mountains and the...