Discover Sliabh Liag
Rising a majestic 1,972ft (601m) above the Atlantic Ocean, Sliabh Liag (pronounced ‘Sleeve League’) is one of the highest sea cliffs in Europe and is classed in geological terms as a ‘megacliff.’
Whilst often eclipsed by celebrity big sister, The Cliffs of Moher, Sliabh Liag actually towers 2.5 times over them (read that again!) and is well worth making the trip to County Donegal to marvel at their sheer rugged beauty.
Translated from the Irish language, Sliabh Liag means ‘the mountain of the grey flagstones’ and a visit will vividly illustrate why.
Stunning Sliabh Liag is a hill walkers paradise and has the honour of being the landfall starting point in Ireland of the world-famous Appalachian Trail. The wide-ranging route stretches into Northern Ireland, across to Scotland and onwards to the western coast of Europe, before reaching its final destination in Morocco.
Walking, Hiking & Much More
There are a number of walking and hiking route options at Sliabh Liag that are suited to all abilities. Visitors who prefer a short stroll will enjoy the Bunglas Viewing Point area whilst experienced hikers will rise to the challenge of longer routes such as The Pilgrim Path walk, or the hair-raising One Man’s Pass, a 400m narrow ridge descending east of the mountain with a sheer drop on either side!
The world-famous Wild Atlantic Way stretches an impressive 1,600 miles (2,600km) along the west coast of Ireland from the Inishowen Penninsula in the north of County Donegal to Kinsale in County Cork on the south coast. The Sliabh Liag sea cliffs are a must-visit destination along the way.
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