Ireland's best walks

Ireland is richly endowed with wild mountain ranges, secluded valleys and untamed coastlines, and the best natural landscapes can only be explored on foot.   Here are 65 of the greatest one-day walking routes in Ireland, with sketch maps and colour photos, varying from short strolls to full-day treks. Practical and background information will help you pick your route. Each walk is prefaced with a quick-reference summary and access notes while route descriptions include clear navigational guidance to keep you on the right track.   Every part of the Republic and Northern Ireland is featured. From rugged peaks and chiselled ridgelines to towering seacliffs and sheltered loughs, these routes take you past all of Ireland's finest scenery. Many routes are hillwalks and include the country's classic mountain ascents. Seasoned hillwalkers will find challenging outings while others can follow easier pathways past more accessible natural attractions. Whatever your taste, if you are interested in exploring this wonderful country by foot, you will find a route here to inspire you.