Ballyvange, a region in North Clare, Ireland, is characterized by its distinctive karst landscape and coastal features. It is situated near the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark, offering a terrain of limestone pavements, coastal paths, and rolling hills. This diverse geography makes Ballyvange suitable for several outdoor sports like touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and jogging. The region's position as a Discovery Point along the Wild Atlantic Way also provides access to scenic coastal routes.
45
Routes
4.8
(12)
Average rating
364
People visited

4.3
(7)
52
hikers
5.27km
01:25
70m
70m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

11.8km
03:09
140m
140m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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hikers
3.76km
00:58
10m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

4.5
(2)
32
hikers
5.70km
01:33
90m
90m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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2
riders
62.0km
02:58
660m
650m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

17
riders
87.6km
04:01
940m
940m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

14
riders
73.5km
03:14
520m
520m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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riders
26.6km
01:08
210m
210m
Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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4
riders
51.7km
03:05
340m
340m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

1
riders
62.8km
03:46
450m
440m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

36.3km
02:07
200m
200m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

48.4km
03:03
440m
430m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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3
runners
4.83km
00:32
30m
30m
Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

51
runners
11.5km
01:12
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
8.07km
00:51
50m
50m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

6
runners
7.00km
00:44
100m
100m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Ballyvange offers a range of outdoor activities including touring cycling, hiking, road cycling, and jogging. The region's diverse terrain, from limestone pavements to coastal paths, supports various activity levels. More than 1,000 visitors have explored routes in Ballyvange, which hold an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 stars.
Ballyvange provides options for both touring cycling and road cycling. Routes often traverse the unique Burren landscape and follow sections of the Wild Atlantic Way. Information on available cycling options can be found in the Cycling around Ballyvange guide.
Yes, Ballyvange features hiking trails across its distinctive karst landscape and through varied terrain. These trails often lead to ancient sites and offer scenic views. Hikers can explore options detailed in the Hiking around Ballyvange guide.
Ballyvange is a Discovery Point on the Wild Atlantic Way, providing access to scenic coastal routes ideal for road cycling. The region's roads wind through the Burren and offer diverse views. Specific routes are available in the Road Cycling Routes around Ballyvange guide.
Ballyvange offers trails suitable for jogging and running, utilizing the region's natural features and diverse terrain. These routes provide opportunities for outdoor exercise amidst the unique landscape. Details on available options can be found in the Running Trails around Ballyvange guide.
Ballyvange is close to the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark, known for its limestone pavement. Other attractions include ancient sites like dolmens and stone forts, the Aillwee Burren Experience with its caves, and Black Head, offering views of Galway Bay and the Aran Islands.
The diverse terrain in Ballyvange includes options suitable for various skill levels, including easier paths. For those seeking less challenging hikes, the Easy hikes around Ballyvange guide provides specific recommendations. Cyclists can also find routes that cater to beginners.
Ballyvange is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts on komoot. More than 1,000 visitors have explored its routes, contributing to an average rating of 4.69 out of 5 stars across 37 ratings. This indicates a high level of satisfaction with the outdoor experiences available.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballyvange, including Cycling around Ballyvange, Hiking around Ballyvange, Easy hikes around Ballyvange, Road Cycling Routes around Ballyvange, and Running Trails around Ballyvange.
Official tourism information for Ballyvange and the surrounding County Clare region can be found on VisitClare.ie. This website is managed by the Tourism Department of Clare County Council. A local Visitor Information Point can also provide details on attractions and activities.
Ballyvange is designated as a Discovery Point along the Wild Atlantic Way, a scenic coastal route in Ireland. This designation means the region offers access to some of Ireland's coastal scenery, making it ideal for activities like road cycling and touring.

