Undoubtedly the best known and most visited area of the Geopark is the Cliffs of Moher. Rising to 214m at their highest point and ranging for 8km along the western coast of County Clare, the majestic cliffs offer spectacular views over the ocean and are particularly atmospheric when viewed at twilight when the setting sun casts shadows and imbues the rock with pink and orange hues.
The underground landscape of the Burren is equally fascinating, boasting the longest cave in Ireland and two show caves, Doolin and Ailwee. The Doolin cave is home to the Great Stalactite – at 7.3m, the longest in the northern hemisphere.
A thriving eco-friendly destination, the Burren is also renowned for its artisan produce. One of the best ways to discover the tastes of the region is on the award-winning Burren Food Trail, which features visits to growers, restaurants, cafés, pubs, farmers’ markets, cheese makers, bakers, ice-cream makers and the famous Burren Smokehouse.
A stop here is the chance to sample the silky, smoky texture of Burren Smoked Irish Organic Salmon and discover how this premium smoked salmon is handcrafted.
The Burren’s remarkable landscape has made it a magnet for geologists, botanists, archaelogists, walkers, artists, mystics and those seeking a temporary retreat from the busyness of life – it’s a world apart, and an experience never to be forgotten.
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