BlueWa ter DeepSea Fishing &Wild life Tours

Learn about the history of sheep farming and wool craft

Demonstrations ¦ Gift shop ¦ Cafe www.sheepandwoolcentre.com

LEENANE, COUNTY GALWAY

Free, accessible and richly rewarding, the National Park in Letterfrack is a gateway to a deeper level of intimacy with this unique landscape. The Diamond Hill trails are an idyllic hiking experience, one that climbs through wild uplands before rewarding you with jaw-dropping views across the region. A woodland walk, immersive visitors’ centre, playground and café are on hand should the weather act up.

Wild At Heart

Families exploring Connemara by car will appreciate its array of sublime locations in which to pull over, stretch the legs, and maybe pop open the picnic basket. Our handy guide takes you through the most memorable stopoff points in the region, many featuring Wild at Heart interpretive panels so you can discover more about a given location’s natural and human heritage while you’re at it.

Connemara Seaweed Baths

Connemara’s only saltwater seaweed baths is on a mission to de-stress and revive. The key is fresh hand-cut seaweed combined with saltwater to release its essential nutrients and minerals. After your pores are done soaking up the goodness, a saltwater plunge pool awaits. A Thermal Suite package is also offered, featuring sauna, steam room, and an outdoor jacuzzi overlooking Clifden harbour.

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CONNEMARA SHEEP AND WOOL CENTRE

Sheep farming is tied up in the identity of Connemara, as any drive through the region will prove. This inviting heritage experience in Leenane aims to celebrate this age-old tradition and reveal some of its mysteries. Highlights include a yarn-spinning demonstration and a gift store selling the woollen and knitwear fruits of the industry, while a café awaits you when the tour has come to an end.

Connemara Smokehouse

Ireland’s first Food Économusée, this familyrun business offers tastings of the best quality traditional smoked salmon in the west. Visitors are welcome to the factory shop Monday to Friday, but booking is essential for its year-round private tours. These take in filleting and slicing demonstrations along with salting and smoking techniques, all capped off with a tasting on Irish bread. Visites disponibles en français.

Discovery Points

The Wild Atlantic Way is more than just a coast-hugging route with spectacular scenic spots – there’s also a wealth of stories, history, and natural wonder to bring added depth and intimacy to your exploration of the landscape. With this in mind, keep an eye out for the special Discovery Points with their distinctive steel posts – many will display information to further enrich your stop-off.