- Burren Cycleway: A classic looped route through the extraordinary limestone pavement of the Burren, passing ancient dolmens, wildflowers, and archaeological sites like Poulnabrone, with options for shorter or longer circuits offering lunar-like terrain and Atlantic views.
- Loop Head Peninsula Cycleway: A scenic circular route around this rugged Wild Atlantic Way headland, featuring dramatic cliffs, a historic lighthouse, dolphin spotting opportunities, and quiet lanes with sweeping ocean vistas.
- Cliffs of Moher Coastal Route (Doolin to Liscannor): A breathtaking stretch along the iconic cliffs, often combined with inland detours to avoid busy sections, providing jaw-dropping views of the Atlantic and opportunities to visit nearby villages like Doolin.
- Black Head Loop: A challenging coastal circuit from Fanore to Ballyvaughan via Black Head, hugging the Burren’s edge with steep ascents, panoramic sea views towards the Aran Islands, and immersion in the geopark’s unique geology.
- EuroVelo 1 Atlantic Coast Route (Clare Sections): Part of the long-distance European route, traversing over 270 km through Clare on mostly quiet roads, from the Shannon Estuary northwards past Kilkee, the Cliffs of Moher, and into the Burren.
- Lough Derg Way (Clare Section): A serene lakeside loop along the eastern shore of Lough Derg, crossing into Clare with gentle terrain, reed-fringed coves, historic harbours, and charming villages ideal for relaxed cycling.
- North Clare Cycle Network Loops (from Doolin): A series of signposted loops radiating from Doolin, ranging from short coastal rides to longer inland Burren explorations, passing the Cliffs of Moher, Fanore Beach, and Kilfenora’s ancient sites.
- West Clare Cycleway: A peaceful route through mid and west Clare’s rolling countryside and coastal areas, linking villages like Kilrush and Kilkee with beaches, estuaries, and opportunities for spotting wildlife along lesser-travelled lanes.
Clare is renowned for its dramatic cliffs and traditional heritage, with the Cliffs of Moher offering breathtaking views over the Atlantic. The Burren’s unique limestone landscape provides hiking and rare flora, while Bunratty Castle offers medieval history with its restored interiors. The traditional music scene in Doolin and coastal beaches make Clare an inviting choice for nature and cultural discovery. Clare is Ireland’s eighth largest county by size (3,188 square km) and 19th largest by population (127,938).
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