Nearest airport:
Galway at 55 Miles
Nearest ferry:
Dublin at 200 Miles
Nearest train:
Galway at 55 Miles
Nearest motorway:
Galway at 55 Miles
Nearest beach:
beach at 1.0 Miles
Car:
recommended
Clifden, County Galway, Ireland, is located amidst the breathtaking mountain scenery and beautiful coastline of Ireland's western region known as Connemara. Ireland's western coastal terrain plunges from craggy hillsides into steep green valleys, past whitewashed cottages and stone castles on the shores of tranquil lakes to white sandy beaches and the wild Atlantic Ocean. This majestic land on the west coast of Ireland is the closest you'll get to what Ireland once was. The rugged landscape, with its traditional Celtic culture adds to the region's charm and mystique.
21st century Clifden is a modern, popular tourist destination, offering the discerning visitor a fine selection of food, wines, entertainment, and a vast selection of all things outdoors to enjoy while you are here. Other interests are : Alcock & Brown Landing Site,Connemara National Park,Sky Road, Clifden Castle:
Located on the Sky Road, now in ruins, this 19th century house was built by Clifden’s founder, John D’Arcy.