The Wild Atlantic Way

The Wild Atlantic way is trail along the west coast of Ireland from the fishing village of Kinsale to the choppy north coast of Donegal. And when we say wild here in Ireland we mean wild. The trail offers stunning views , soaring cliffs , rough seas, cosy pubs in small Irish harbour towns and cities , craic and music, hidden bays and secluded beaches. This is an adventure more than a journey. The trail is becoming popular amongst tourist who want to sample the real Ireland. Ireland received 10.6 million visitors last year and many are flocking to do the wild Atlantic way.

The trail is getting more and more popular by pedal bike. it takes around a week to do but it’s some experience. I read quite a lot of @blacklux blogs on Steemit and she talks about the constant heat that is summer all year round . Well this is the holiday for her. The face would be red raw from the freshness and the cold 😂😂😂. There is nothing better than parking the bike up outside a pub and asking for a hot whiskey or an Irish coffee to warm your cockels after a day of cycling/walking some of the most scenic places on the planet.

Did I ever tell you the largest wave ever recorded was off the coast of Sligo. It was beaten recently by one in Portugal. (Curse the Portuguese and their giant waves knocking Ireland off its pedestal) And yeah that’s place is on the trail . I met quite a lot of Aussie surfers in camper vans on my route. They loved the giant waves. They don’t have to worry about sharks , just jagged rocks. Photo below shows a surfer in Sligo. I sat close by and watched these guys risk their lives to get a buzz. The waves were huge. I’d be washed up in New York one year later if I even attempted it.

The Wild Atlantic way is getting to be a popular destination for winter trips to Ireland because it does what it says on the tin! Expect wind , expect rain , expect safe havens and cosy pub corners and trad music in the back ground. Expect lots of sheep and lots of friendly people. This is the real Ireland. Donegal is north of the trail and some call it Kerry untouched because it hasn’t been changed or Irished up with leprecauns by tourism yet while Dingle is a little town in Kerry where you can get a drink while the barman repairs your shoes. Top gear recently did a section driving the Wild Atlantic Way and the producers really did a great job setting the scene.
This trail has a lot going for it. Ireland is renowned for its unpredictable weather. But this trail is weather proof! It’s wild . If there wasn’t rain you would be disappointed!