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Welcome to Cong Geosite
As you walk along the trail, you’ll discover the heritage and history of Cong, from the 12th century Cong Abbey to the geology of the Cong River to the story of when Hollywood came to Cong to film The Quiet Man.
This TrailAudio guide accompanies you on the walk, providing context and information. It’s available in English, French and German agus i nGaeilge.
The Cong Geosite is part of the Joyce Country and Western Lakes UNESCO Global Geopark. It also includes geosite audio guides at Tourmakeady and Killary so when you’ve completed the walk here, why not discover more at these spectacular sites, located just a short drive from here.
Simply click the PLAY buttons to activate the audio through your phone or Bluetooth headset and off you go!
Press PLAY to start!
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Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark Map
Legend:
- Cong
- Killary
- Tourmakeady Geopark Office
- Tourmakeady Waterfall
- The Deircs Viewing Point
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You can find out more about the Geopark at:
Nearby Walks
Starts in Cong
A short looped trail that brings you through some lovely woodland that was formerly part of the Ashford Castle estate.
Length: 2.3km
Time: 1 hour
Grade: Easy
4.3km from Cong
A short looped trail that takes in beautiful views of Lough Corrib.
Length: 2.3km
Time: 1 hour
Grade: Easy
10km from Cong
A roadside walk between Corr na Móna and Clonbur along the flank of Mount Gable. Steep incline at start and end, otherwise relatively flat.
Length: 9.4km
Time: 2.5 hours
Grade: Easy
5.8km from Cong
A looped walk that includes the ruins of Ballykine Castle and lovely lakeshore views.
Length: 7.5km
Time: 3 hours
Grade: Easy
Things to do Locally
Located in Cong
12th century abbey associated with Turlough O’Connor, the last High King of Ireland.
Located in Cong
Centre for the iconic Hollywood film starring John Wayne and Maureen O’Hara.
Located in Cong
Daily sailings across nearby Lough Corrib that take in views of iconic Ashford Castle.
Located in Cong
Adventure activities centre including equestrian centre and clay shooting.
Some images courtesy Joyce Country and Western Lakes Geopark and Tourism Ireland.
