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Inis Nee Loop

Inis Nee Loop is a 4.9 km loop walking trail graded Easy.

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Where
by the bridge onto Inishnee island, Roundstone, Galway (Outdoors)Directions
Cost
Check admission price
Ages
No specific child age guidance is stated
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What to expect

Inis Nee Loop is a 4.9 km loop walking trail graded Easy. Allow 2 hours 15 minutes to complete it. This walk takes you on minor roadways and old laneways by bridge onto Inishnee Island where it circles the central section of the island, with the opportunity to stop off at the old Reilig Naomh Maitiú (St Mathias's graveyard) and beautiful Connemara coastal scenery on all sides. Trail notice: Please keep dogs under close control

More information

Time to allow
1-2 hours
Listed by
Sport Ireland National Trails

Categories

  • Walking
  • Outdoor
  • Easy trail
  • Loop
  • Walking Trail
  • Dogs allowed

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Location

by the bridge onto Inishnee island, Roundstone, Galway

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