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Review of
the Gap of Dunloe The
Gap of Dunloe is one of the most highly recommended tours by guidebooks
and
locals of Killarney. It is worth doing in order to see the stunning
variety of
landscapes and views of the area. The
Gap is a narrow pass between the Macgillycuddy Reeks and the Purple
Mountains
near Killarney. This spectacular V-shaped valley was formed two million
years
ago by giant, slow moving ice. The
trip is circular and can be done from either direction but the best way
to do it
is by taking a boat from Ross Castle. On the boat you will travel
through the
three Lakes of Killarney before stopping to have lunch at Lord
Brandon’s
Cottage. From here you will walk through the Black Valley where there
is quite
a challenging climb to the peak. After this you will begin walking
downhill
before finishing at Kate Kearney’s Cottage. This is a traditional pub
which
serves the best Irish Coffees in town! The walking distance of the trip
is
approximately 11km. If you are feeling tired you can hire a horse and
cart
along the way! This
picturesque trip takes you from the lush, fertile and almost tropical
landscape
of Killarney into the harsh and rocky landscape of the Gap of Dunloe.
Be
prepared for an active day and don’t forget your camera!
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