Ireland > The steep Cliffs of Moher

In the morning, we take the bus to the small village of Adare. Adare is a charming place with several traditional cottages. The small farmhouses line the main street and are topped with thatched roofs. Many of these cottages are now used as souvenir shops. We visit the Trinitarian Abbey in Adare before continuing by bus to the Bunratty Folk Park, an open-air museum. Here, an entire 19th-century Irish village has been reconstructed next to Bunratty Castle. We explore the village, have something to eat at the Durty Nelly Pub, and climb the towers of Bunratty Castle.

Ireland - The amazing view of the 200-meter-high Cliffs of Moher

In the afternoon, we continue our journey toward the coast to visit the Cliffs of Moher. These 200-meter-high cliffs rise dramatically from the sea. From the top, there is a magnificent view over the rugged rock formations. After enjoying the fresh sea breeze, we drive on to Ennistymon, where we spend the night in the large Falls Hotel, located beside the Inagh River. In the evening, after dinner, we take a walk through Ennistymon. Following the river — with its many waterfalls and rapids — we walk along the small main street up to the cemetery at the top of the hill. From there, we have a beautiful view over the town. The typical Irish crosses are found abundantly here. Behind the cemetery, the Tinkers have parked their caravans. Tinkers are a kind of Irish nomads or travelers, often moving from place to place, staying for a few weeks or months in each location. On the way back, we stop by a pub where we had agreed to meet with the group. We enjoy a beer (or maybe a few...) before walking together back to the hotel.