Burren Way

Walking Moderate

County

Clare

Distance

118.8 km

Duration

5 days

Difficulty

Moderate

Total Ascent

540 m

Activity

Walking

At the trailhead

  • Parking · Lahinch
  • Public transport · At Start: Very limited Bus to Fanore Cross to Doolin and Lisdoonvarna. Check with Bus Eire…
  • Toilets
  • Drinking water
  • No dogs
  • Part accessible · Some accessible facilities at trailhead

A unique walking trail through the extraordinary limestone landscape of the Burren in County Clare. This otherworldly terrain features rare Arctic and Mediterranean plants growing side by side, ancient tombs, and spectacular coastal views. The trail showcases one of Ireland’s most distinctive and fascinating landscapes.

Download GPX Route data: Get Ireland Active – Sport Ireland

Elevation profile

01002003000 km49.1 km98.2 km281 m

Elevation data: EU-DEM 25 m © European Union, Copernicus. Profile follows the main waymarked line.

Along the way

Viewpoints

+2 more nearby

Swimming spots

Natural features

+10 more nearby

Peaks

+2 more nearby

Heritage & points of interest

+30 more nearby

Food & drink

+37 more nearby

Nature & wildlife

Herring GullSpeckled WoodMeadow BrownPied WagtailFulmar

Data sources: map & points of interest © OpenStreetMap contributors · facilities from Get Ireland Active – Sport Ireland · species via GBIF · protected areas via NPWS.

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