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Loop Head, County Clare

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#4 of 10 in Scenic Drive in Province of Munster

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Explore the great outdoors and snap photos at , one of Ireland's most famous peninsulas. With near-island status, this narrow strip of land is flanked by the Atlantic Ocean on one side and the Shannon Estuary on the other. Hike around the impressive cliffs, watch for birds and seals amidst the wild landscape, and visit the 19th-century lighthouse. Though limited in number, the area's pubs and restaurants come well recommended; several serve local seafood. It couldn't be easier to arrange your visit to Loop Head and many more Kilbaha attractions: make an itinerary online using Inspirock's Kilbaha visit planner.

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• By Robin_Knowles

  Whilst the lighthouse is a little disappointing, the area on both sides of the promontery is rugged and impressive. One shows wild ocean waves and the other is a little more rocky. Be careful at both....  more »

• By OhLeeHart

  As an expat, I was able to visit Loophead over 20 times in three years - and I took ALL my guests to this hidden gem. Worth the extra effort to drive to the lighthouse - great cliff views without...  more »

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