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  • lobo b
    12 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great little Roadside trip
    The views were amazing was a little nervous as it is a narrow road and if you’re not used to driving on the left-hand side, it’s a little scary at times. Definitely worth it beautiful scenery. Try to choose a good weather day to go.
    Visited May 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 1 June 2024
  • Catherine G
    Nice, France2,135 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Superb
    We made this road that loops and is just outside Clifden. There is the lower part and the upper part with magnificent landscapes. Too bad there is only one place to stop and admire the scenery. Otherwise the whole road is narrow and doesn’t allow to park just stop to take pictures at the go quickly. Otherwise it is a superb loop of 6 km.
    Visited October 2024
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 19 October 2024
  • Satroy85
    London, United Kingdom68 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Pretty drive - not too long.
    Nice little afternoon drive. The sun came out which made all the difference. The coastline certainly is very pretty and the ruins of Clifden Castle basked in the not so warm afternoon sun. We were based in Clifden and it was a short drive to end off our day.
    Visited October 2024
    Travelled with family
    Written 23 October 2024
  • Yannick P
    Plougoumelen, France244 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    SUPERB ROAD
    Imagine 24 Porsches on this beautiful road that runs along the sea. And we ran into a bus and a truck and had 24 cars following each other, it's like trying to run a wire through the eye of a needle. The road is superb with new landscapes at every turn and the sea everywhere. Not to be missed. We have done it 4 times in campervan from north to south and from south to north for reconnaissance and it passes, because the Irish are a welcoming and understanding people. Two choices, easier higher road or more beautiful lower road.
    Visited September 2024
    Travelled with friends
    Written 22 November 2024
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gojencarr
Watsonville, CA554 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
Even though the coast was fogged in, we decided we would still check out the Sky Road. We started on the lower road and then swung around to the "high" road. We were treated to a slight clearing by the time we got to the top/viewing pull-out and beautiful views of the coast (plus there was a group of sheep by the parking area that were entertaining). The drive was very nice, but the roads are tiny. If you are in the Clifden area I highly recommend driving this road.
Written 1 August 2022
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Kinsale35
Cork185 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
Well worth a drive it goes on for miles some parts of the road are tight with on coming cars , but just to be aware. There is one main stop and some small ones that you can stop off and admire the views and take a photo. You do need a clear day and the next stop you should see is Statue of Liberty NYC.
Written 1 August 2022
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Marvin G
Ogdensburg, NY1,672 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
The Sky Road is part of the Wild Atlantic Way covering most of the West coast of Ireland along the rough Atlantic coast known for its scenery and surfing. The Sky Road takes you high into the hills above the cliffs and raging sea. The view from several lookouts is phenomenal as you can see the whole of Connemara and peninsulas from there on a clear day. While there, our coach driver gave an impromptu acapella concert singing "Grace." We toasted his excellent voice and cheered Ireland on in Rugby against the Kiwis.
Written 2 August 2022
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Mary L
Ballina, Ireland33 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2021
Just took the sky route on impulse. we had a beautiful day & got the most out of the scenery on display. Would highly recommend doing this route. A lot of people walking & on bikes & seemed to be enjoying the terrain though it was very steep in places
Written 22 November 2021
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Allison H
Lakeland, FL484 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2022 • Friends
What a view from the viewpoint! It was well worth the winding and often single lane road. People are very courteous along the road so just keep going. It will pay off. It was a very cold and windy day so make sure you bring a jacket if you go on a similar day. The wind is very strong.
Written 30 September 2022
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Bozeman-Dublin
Trim, Ireland11,390 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2021 • Solo
The Sky Road is a 15km looped drive just outside Cliffden. There's a brilliant viewing point high above the water a little less than halfway round. The coastal side is the most picturesque I think, but the landward side is not too shabby either.
The road are windy and narrow at times so be careful! It's a must do though if you're in the area.
Written 26 July 2021
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Jaimee G
Urbana, IL452 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2022
By the time we got to Clifden we had already driven the Ring of Kerry and the Slea Head Loop on Dingle Peninsula, so the wow factor had worn off a bit for us. But it is still the Wild Atlantic Way and it is still stunning and a much shorter drive than other loops, offering Clifden Castle ruins and several look out points including Pointe Amharc Atlantach Fiáin Sky Bothar on the Upper road. Definitely worth the 30-60 minutes it takes to drive all or a portion of this road.
Written 26 June 2022
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Curlybob2010
18 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2020 • Family
Beautiful drive .. well worth seeing just take your time and be ready to pull in for other vehicles. We did this drive when we were leaving Clifden after our visit and heading toward Westport and it joined up with that road after about 25 minutes so it was perfect.
Written 20 August 2020
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Anuj_Mithani
Mumbai, India4,701 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
This is a circular (~10 miles) route that takes you from and back to Clifden via the Kingston peninsula with panoramic views over Clifden Bay and its offshore islands. We drove the Upper Sky Road which offers the better views. Lots of places to pull over and stop for photos and soak in the views.
Written 14 November 2023
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Gavin Murray
Edenderry, Ireland75 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2020 • Couples
Great drive around clifden. You can do a short loop that will include the high and low road. Fantastic views. If going to the national park take the sky road for a longer but more enjoyable drive
Written 13 July 2020
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