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The Kerry Way — in 9 stages over Ireland's mountains

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The Kerry Way — in 9 stages over Ireland's mountains

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The Kerry Way — in 9 stages over Ireland's mountains

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10 Tours

62:50 h

203 km

5.130 m

Ireland's highest mountains rise along the rugged Atlantic coast in County Kerry. The lonely landscapes are characterized by green hills and barren mountains, steep coasts and gentle beaches. The coastline consists of bays, peninsulas and islands, while on the Iveragh Peninsula, Kerry's largest peninsula, you will not only find Ireland's highest peaks, but also one of Europe's most beautiful long-distance hiking trails: the Kerry Way.

The Kerry Way takes you around the Iveragh Peninsula in nine daily stages. The hike begins in the rugged nature of Killarney National Park, from where you hike over sheep pastures, through moors and over mountain passes. It then leads you along narrow roads, country lanes and unspoiled mountain trails. On your nine-day hike, you'll have the chance to discover the scenic diversity of the entire peninsula, as well as that famous Irish hospitality in the small villages and towns that serve as stage destinations. When you arrive back in Killarney satisfied after your hike, you'll have covered over 140 miles (220 kilometers) and climbed around 13,000 feet (4,000 meters) in altitude.

The Kerry Way is well signposted and well developed. The hike does not require any special knowledge and is therefore also suitable for beginners with good physical fitness. Nevertheless, rustic paths await you, which can be muddy and humid, especially after the frequent rains. Thanks to the mild climate, you can plan the long distance hike all year round, although it is particularly beautiful in spring and autumn when there are fewer tourists in Ireland.

In addition to the Kerry Way, we have planned in one of the most challenging hikes in Ireland. From Lough Acoose, follow the Coomloughra Horseshoe trail to the top of Carrantouhill, Ireland's highest mountain. This mountain hike is not part of the official Kerry Way, however, and only recommended for experienced and enduring mountain hikers. If this section proves too intense for you, then just enjoy the view of Carrantouhill from below.

Due to the changeable weather, you'll always need good equipment whenever you go. Rainwear, additional rain cover for your backpack (and maybe a drybag or two) and ankle-high, non-slip hiking boots are obligatory at any time of the year. You should also book all accommodation in advance, as there is very little choice in some villages. In fact, even in the low season many of the rooms can be fully booked.

Ryanair flies directly from many large European cities to Kerry regional airport. From there you can easily take the bus to Killarney. Alternatively, you can fly to Dublin and travel from there by train to the starting point of the hike.

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The Kerry Way

210 km

4.290 m

4.290 m

Laatste update: ‪18 april 2024

Tours

  1. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors

    Stage 01: From Torc Waterfall to Black Valley – Kerry Way

    04:26
    15,7 km
    3,5 km/h
    330 m
    330 m
    Gemiddeld
    Gemiddelde wandeling. Goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    The first leg of the Kerry Way takes you through the rugged nature of Killarney National Park. You'll hike along the highest mountains in Ireland, across vast moorland meadows and through enchanted jungles.

    

    Classically, the Kerry Way starts right at the Tourist Office in Killarney. The path leads from

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  2. 05:13
    17,2 km
    3,3 km/h
    560 m
    470 m
    Zwaar
    Zware wandeling. Zeer goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    On the second stage, you will hike through three of the most remote valleys of Ireland. At the foot of the Macgillycuddy's Reeks, the tour takes you from valley to valley. In doing so, you will cross two promising pass heights.

    

    You start your hike in Black Valley. Follow the signposted Kerry Way over

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    Krijg aanbevelingen over de beste singletracks, bergtoppen en vele andere mooie outdoorplekken.

  4. 05:10
    18,2 km
    3,5 km/h
    350 m
    480 m
    Zwaar
    Zware wandeling. Zeer goede conditie vereist. Vooral goed begaanbare paden.

    The third leg takes you from the rugged mountainous landscape at the foot of Ireland's highest mountains to pastures and through woods to Dingle Bay. The path runs flat over long distances, but shortly before the end of the day, you will be able to cross the pass through the Windy Gap.

    

    After a restful

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  5. 08:01
    29,0 km
    3,6 km/h
    510 m
    520 m
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    Zware wandeling. Zeer goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    On the fourth leg, you will enjoy breathtaking views of Dingle Bay and the hills and valleys of the western Iveragh Peninsula. The Kerry Way runs here on lonely roads and medieval trade routes.

    

    You begin your hike in the center of Glenbeigh. You follow the highway N70 past the gas station. The gas station

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  6. 08:32
    29,4 km
    3,5 km/h
    750 m
    760 m
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    Zware wandeling. Zeer goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    De vijfde etappe van de Kerry Way loopt door het heuvelachtige binnenland van het schiereiland Iveragh. Het pad volgt de natuurlijke bergketens en u kunt te allen tijde genieten van een prachtig uitzicht op de bergen en de Atlantische Oceaan.

    

    Aan het begin van de etappe volg je het gedeelte dat je de

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  7. 04:03
    14,6 km
    3,6 km/h
    270 m
    250 m
    Gemiddeld
    Gemiddelde wandeling. Goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    The sixth stage takes you from the idyllic coastal town of Waterville over a mountain pass to the sunny south coast of the Iveragh Peninsula. With beautiful views, it goes along the rocky coast to Caherdaniel.

    

    You start your day at the Community Center in Waterville. In two supermarkets you can refresh

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  8. 04:54
    17,2 km
    3,5 km/h
    360 m
    390 m
    Gemiddeld
    Gemiddelde wandeling. Goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    The seventh stage is one of the simplest stages of Kerry Way. The route is less than 20 kilometers and after two moderate passes, it goes evenly down to the idyllic town of Sneem. The trail follows the course of the historic Butter Road for long stretches.

    

    You start your hike in the center of the tiny

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  9. 09:29
    34,2 km
    3,6 km/h
    610 m
    610 m
    Zwaar
    Zware wandeling. Zeer goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    The full leg from Sneem to Kenmare is over 34 kilometers long and quite challenging - especially if you're already in the bone for the past seven days. It is a nice alternative to cross part of the route by bus or taxi. Ideal entry is then the tiny village Templenoe. If you start here, you can also leave

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  10. 03:22
    11,4 km
    3,4 km/h
    380 m
    240 m
    Gemiddeld
    Gemiddelde wandeling. Goede conditie vereist. Makkelijk begaanbare paden. Geschikt voor elk niveau.

    The final leg of the Kerry Way takes you from the lovely Kenmare Bay landscape to a hilltop and mountain pass to the rugged mountain valleys of Killarney National Park. At the end of the stage you will find the famous viewpoint Ladies' View. From here you can take the shuttle bus back to Killarney.

    

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  11. 09:40
    16,2 km
    1,7 km/h
    1.020 m
    1.020 m
    Zwaar
    Zware wandeling. Zeer goede conditie vereist. Tredzekerheid, stevige schoenen en alpine ervaring vereist.

    The Comloughra Horseshoe Trail is pure mountain adventure and the most exciting mountain hike in Ireland. In a large loop he leads up to Carrantuohill, the highest mountain in Ireland. You will hike over three of the four highest mountains in Ireland and enjoy a unique view of the Iveragh Peninsula.

    

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  • Tours
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    203 km
  • Tijdsduur
    62:50 h
  • Hoogtemeters
    5.130 m

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