Coastal Road to Ballyvaughn

Doolin to Ballyvaughn – Day 3 Afternoon (30km/19 miles, relaxing cycle)

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May 12th 2011
We departed Lisdoonvarna heading for the coastal road to Ballyvaughn. The clouds parted and the sun started to shine as we made our way to the coast. With the weather improving, and the easier route, our spirits improved tremendously. The route was a beautiful 14 mile cycle along the Clare coastline with some spectacular views of the Aran Islands and Galway Bay. I will keep this entry short a ... read more

Europe » Ireland » County Clare » Ballyvaughan

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Celtic tribes arrived on the island between 600-150 B.C. Invasions by Norsemen that began in the late 8th century were finally ended when King Brian BORU defeated the Danes in 1014. English invasions began in the 12th century and set off more than se... ... read more