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Ross Castle

Ross Castle

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Ross Castle

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Killarney National Park

Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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Tips

January 30, 2023

Cycling

On the edge of Lough Leane, Ross Castle dates from the 15th century and was the last place in Munster to withstand Cromwell. It is open to the public outside of winter with excellent guided tours.

August 24, 2022

Hiking

Ross Castle sits in a bay on Lough Leane. It is likely that the Irish chief O'Donoghue Mór built it in the 15th century.
According to legend, O'Donoghue still slumbers …

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September 23, 2023

Hiking

The house tower with its outer wall and corner towers, of which the remains of two are still there, was built in the 15th century. Many of these "tower houses" …

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Ross Castle – Ross Island Copper Mine loop from Killarney

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Elevation 80 m

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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