Western Way, Long-distance hiking trail in Galway and Mayo, Ireland
The Western Way extends over 200 kilometers from Oughterard through mountain passes, coastal paths, and remote landscapes before reaching the Sligo border near Bunnyconnellan.
Scottish engineer Alexander Nimmo shaped the trail's development in the early 19th century by constructing modern roads throughout the Connemara region.
Local communities along the Western Way maintain traditional fishing practices at Lough Corrib, preserving connections to Ireland's maritime heritage.
The trail requires 7 days to complete, with 40 percent on paved roads and 60 percent on natural paths, demanding proper hiking equipment and advance accommodation planning.
The path traverses between the Twelve Bens and Maumturk Mountains, passing through the isolated Inagh Valley where former cottier settlements once stood.
GPS coordinates: 53.48700,-9.45400
Latest update: March 3, 2025 08:54
Ashford Castle, County Mayo
12.4 km
Cong Abbey
12.6 km
Aughnanure Castle
14.4 km
Maumturks
9.8 km
Oranmore Castle
14.4 km
Castlekirk
4 km
Binn idir an dá Log
15.1 km
Glengowla Mines
9.3 km
Binn Chaonaigh
13.6 km
Glebe Stone Circles
14.3 km
Lackavrea
5.2 km
Corcogemore
8.3 km
Aghalard Castle
12.8 km
Inishmaine Abbey
16 km
Caherduff Castle
15.6 km
Cong Church
12.6 km
Inchagoill Early Medieval Ecclesiastical Site
9.1 km
St Mary's Church, Cong
12.6 km
Ballycurrin Lighthouse
16 km
Screeb Bridge
14 km
Kilcummin Parish Church
10.9 km
Church of St. Mary of the Rosary, Cong
12.5 km
St Mary's Church
13.9 km
The Quiet Man Bridge
7 km
Pearse's Cottage
15.8 km
Kilmeelickin Church
12.1 km
Ashford Lodge
12.6 km
Cross at Cong
12.6 kmReviews
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