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The Knocknadobar or Cnoc na dTobar ancient pagan trail is a moderate 3.5 hour (8 km) walking route to the 690m peak near the town of Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry. This hiking trail is well marked out and follows the 'stations of the cross' pilgrim route with stunning views of The Skellig Islands, Valentia Island, Dolus Head and more from the top.
The route starts from and returns to a well signposted car park at the foot of the mountain. The trail is suitable for people of all ages due to the zig zag route. Consult the weather forecast prior to hiking and avoid if fog or cloud is present on the mountain.
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Cnoc na dTobar Pilgrim Path
The Knocknadobar or Cnoc na dTobar ancient pagan trail is a moderate 3.5 hour (8 km) walking route to the 690m peak near the town of Cahersiveen, Co. Kerry. This hiking trail is well marked out and follows the 'stations of the cross' pilgrim route with stunning views of The Skellig Islands, Valentia Island, Dolus Head and more from the top.
The route starts from and returns to a well signposted car park at the foot of the mountain. The trail is suitable for people of all ages due to the zig zag route. Consult the weather forecast prior to hiking and avoid if fog or cloud is present on the mountain.
The Kells Bay estate has a particularly interesting history. It was opened in 1837 as a small hunting lodge. It is home to many rare, southern hemisphere plants, a waterfall, tree sculptures and bamboo gardens – as well as Ireland’s largest palm tree. It also is home to ‘The Skywalk’, Ireland’s longest rope-bridge, 35m long and 12m high opened in 2017. There are over 3 kilometres of walking routes which are designed to give access to the major features of the gardens.
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Kells Bay House & Gardens
The Kells Bay estate has a particularly interesting history. It was opened in 1837 as a small hunting lodge. It is home to many rare, southern hemisphere plants, a waterfall, tree sculptures and bamboo gardens – as well as Ireland’s largest palm tree. It also is home to ‘The Skywalk’, Ireland’s longest rope-bridge, 35m long and 12m high opened in 2017. There are over 3 kilometres of walking routes which are designed to give access to the major features of the gardens.
Sightseeing
he Skellig Islands are 2 uninhabited, rocky islets off the southwestern coast of Ireland. Skellig Michael is known for its well-preserved early Christian monastery, reached by steep steps, includes stone beehive-shaped huts, oratories and crosses. Thousands of puffins breed on Skellig Michael during the warmer months. Little Skellig is home to the 2nd largest colony of gannets in the world. It also gained recent acclaim as the latest Star Wars movie was filmed here. Departure is typically from Portmagee village at 9am. Ecotrips around the islands are also available locally.
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Skellig Islands
he Skellig Islands are 2 uninhabited, rocky islets off the southwestern coast of Ireland. Skellig Michael is known for its well-preserved early Christian monastery, reached by steep steps, includes stone beehive-shaped huts, oratories and crosses. Thousands of puffins breed on Skellig Michael during the warmer months. Little Skellig is home to the 2nd largest colony of gannets in the world. It also gained recent acclaim as the latest Star Wars movie was filmed here. Departure is typically from Portmagee village at 9am. Ecotrips around the islands are also available locally.