Ireland, the most picturesque villages along the Wild Atlantic Way
Ireland is dotted with delightful colorful villages, overlooking the sea, dominated by the remains of medieval castles and abbeys.
Ireland is dotted with pretty villages. Colorful, overlooking the sea, dominated by the remains of medieval castles and abbeys. Some of the most picturesque meet along one of the most beautiful scenic roads of the island, the Wild Atlantic Way , a road that runs along the west coast and that crosses nine counties and dozens of small towns.
Starting from the south, the first village that meets worthy of a stop is Eyeries , not far from Cork . Perched on the plateau overlooking Coulagh Bay, this village is typical of the area, with its colorful houses, red, yellow, green, blue, overlooking the main street. A patch of color among the green hills of Ireland.
Going up North you reach the famous town of Dingle , in County Kerry. Overlooking the sea, from afar you can see the first fishing boats docked at the small port. It is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the area so that summer festivals and theme nights are held. Famous are its restaurants and pubs considered among the best in the world.
Continuing along the route we arrive at the micro village of Doolin , in County Clare. Here the landscape is completely different: cottages with woven thatched roofs and cozy pubs with live music. From the village it is easy to reach the famous Cliffs of Moher or enter the Burren, a scenic limestone plateau with unique flora and fauna.
From Doolin go up towards Clifden , in County Galway. It stands on the edge of the point where the Owenglin River dives into the bay and is known as the capital of Connemara. This lively town is the starting point for the magnificent surrounding landscapes. In the explorations outside the city you can discover the nearby coral beaches of Mannin Bay and that of the village of Cleggan, but also visit the spectacular Kylemore Abbey.
At this point you reach Westport , in County Mayo, a very lively and pleasant town to visit on foot walking along the river. It is considered one of the most hospitable towns in the entire nation. It is located in the middle of a landscape to say the least spectacular. Close to Croagh Patrick and overlooking the beautiful Clew Bay, is a pretty Georgian town center, one of the few to have been designed. The most picturesque view of the town is the tree-lined avenue with stone bridges, always decorated with colorful flowers.
With a breathtaking view of the Aran Islands further north along the Wild Atlantic Way lies Greencastle , in County Donegal. The village, known for its lively harbor and beautiful beach, is named after an Anglo-Norman castle from the early 14th century, whose ruins are reflected on Lake Lough Foyle.
