The islands surrounding Ireland are magnificient. Walking along the quiet shores, lanes and trails will offer you a wonderful experience. Before planning the walking trip to Ireland, understand the routes for the locations you want to visit. 

Achill Island in County Mayo is an excellent place renowned for its stunning beauty. Summer or spring is the best time to visit Achill, particularly at a festival time to enjoy traditional music, food and culture. You could plan to visit the craft shops and art galleries here. Hill walking in Achill Island is another wonderful experience. It is perfect for nature lovers.

The Aran Islands are beautiful islands situated in Galway Bay. The narrow winding roads, grassy lanes and rocky shores are predominant features of these islands. The Aran Island is peaceful and free from the hurry of modern life. You will enjoy walking down the narrow grassy lanes and relish the serenity.

Clare Island is often referred to as Walker’s paradise. Clare’s scenic beauty, rare species of trees and plants and less explored beaches are ideal destinations for walkers. You will enjoy the calm peak of Knockmore and sea cliffs. The mild weather and clear water beaches will really fascinate you, when you are lucky enough to see it. The wild and powerful weather will invigorate you too!

Heir Island, off the west coast of Cork, is one of Carbery’s Hundred Isles that lie scattered throughout Roaringwater Bay. The island is beautifully located, surrounded by a panorama of Sherkin Island, Cape Clear, the Calf Islands, the East and West Skeams, and Mount Gabriel to the North.

The island is easily walked and cycled and there are lots of safe sandy beaches ideal for sailing, windsurfing, swimming and diving. The centre of the island has an extensive marsh with a vibrant reed bed where you’ll find many unusual birds as well as over 200 varieties of wild flowers.

Heir is also home to many well known artists, who were drawn to the island because of its breathtaking landscape and peaceful atmosphere.

Inshort one should definitely plan a walking trip during the stay in Ireland.

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