Clifden, County Galway, Ireland, is located amidst the breathtaking mountain scenery and beautiful coastline of Ireland's western region known as Connemara. Ireland's western coastal terrain plunges from craggy hillsides into steep green valleys, past whitewashed cottages and stone castles on the shores of tranquil lakes to white sandy beaches and the wild Atlantic Ocean. This majestic land on the west coast of Ireland is the closest you'll get to what Ireland once was. The rugged landscape, with its traditional Celtic culture adds to the region's charm and mystique. 21st century Clifden is a modern, popular tourist destination, offering the discerning visitor a fine selection of food, wines, entertainment, and a vast selection of all things outdoors to enjoy while you are here. You can enjoy the delights of fishing on lake, river & deep sea, gallop across vast sandy white beaches on the world famous Connemara Pony, trace your ancestors & walk along the historical paths, climb the history laden hills & mountains, there is so much to do for the adventurous spirit & for those looking for tranquility and inspiration Clifden, Connemara is where you will find it. We hope to see you here in Clifden soon.
Other interests are : Alcock & Brown Landing Site: Derrygimla Bog – the landing site of the first transatlantic site. View the site from the monument on Errislannon. Connemara National Park: The park offers nature talks and guided walks. Connemara ponies, picnic areas and an information heritage and exhibition centre, together with an audio-visual show make for an interesting and educational day out. Marconi
Transmitter Radio Station: Derrygimla is the location of the transmitter which made the first transatlantic radio transmission. The site of Marconi’ s elaborate building works still shows traces of the former structure. Its generators were powered by turf cut from
the peat bog.
Sky Road, Clifden:
Whichever way you travel the Sky Road - on foot, cycle or car - the views are breathtaking and the seascapes are inspirational, the perfect place to end a perfect day, watching the sun set over the vast Atlantic Ocean. Don't forget to stop off at Clifden Castle Situated on the Sky Road and now in ruins, this 19th century house was built by Clifden’s founder, John D’Arcy