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Howth Bog of the Frogs Loop

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Leinster

Dublin

Howth Bog of the Frogs Loop

Moderate

4.8

(797)

3,480

hikers

Howth Bog of the Frogs Loop

03:29

12.6km

220m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 12, 2024

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Start point

Train Station

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1.02 km

Balscadden Bay Beach

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Slightly easily overlooked stairs down to the beach, which is less rocky than on the south-eastern side of the peninsula.

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1.30 km

View of Ireland's Eye from Howth Harbour

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Gazing over the enchanting expanse of Howth Harbour, your eyes are drawn to the majestic silhouette of Ireland's Eye. This captivating island, nestled just off the coast, adds a touch …

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2.25 km

Clifftop Viewpoint at Howth Head

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Very popular spot - you will not often find it for yourself in the weekends. If you don't mind just take a pick-nick along and join the crowd for a break.

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2.43 km

Howth Cliff Path

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The Howth Cliff Walk, also known as the Howth Head Walk, stands out as one of Dublin's premier walking experiences.

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4.22 km

View of the Baily Lighthouse from the Howth Cliffs

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Great walk on the top of the cliffs. There are a number of inofficial (and sometimes steep) pathes down to the water. The view of the lighthouse from here in the evening hours is just great.

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6.43 km

Doldrum Beach

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Very cool rocky beach with many spots to explore and quite easily reached from the cliffwalk above.

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7.22 km

Wormhole Beach

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This is a nice little spot, suitable for a contemplative break. You will hardly be able to bathe as for most of the year the water is absolutely freezing.

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12.4 km

Howth Market

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The Howth market stretches along the seaside town's seafront. There are fresh organic produce, baked goods, antiques, jewelry and clothing. Perfect to stock up on provisions for your hike or …

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12.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.07 km

1.78 km

964 m

505 m

291 m

Surfaces

3.69 km

2.94 km

2.80 km

2.49 km

643 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (120 m)

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Weather

Wednesday 8 July

23°C

14°C

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Comments

April 24, 2025,🇮🇪 Cliff-Walk (Howth)

A day trip from Dublin to the peninsula and the coastal fishing town of Howth. Available by bus or train for an affordable €2.60 (one way). There are four signposted routes available. We hiked the longest, "purple" route. Highly recommended. Plenty of rest stops to enjoy the view into the distance. Stunning scenery, including a small, hidden beach. To reach …

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November 5, 2021,Howth Rundwanderung 🇮🇪

On my day off in Dublin, I really wanted to get some great outdoors and some fresh air. Since Howth could be reached in 40 minutes by train, the plan was there.

Howth is a port city with impressive cliffs, lots of nature, nice shops, restaurants and sights.

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May 21, 2025,🇮🇪 Howth Cliff Walk

The Howth Cliff Walk (purple route with a shorter variation) is a very well-maintained and spectacular hiking trail on the Howth Peninsula outside Dublin. The harbor is also worth a visit, and the detour to the lighthouses is worthwhile.
Despite the not-so-typical Irish weather (bright sunshine), the tour was a special treat.

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March 19, 2025,Howth Bog of the Frogs Schleife

The trail follows the purple route exactly. It's very well signposted, so you don't really need a cell phone.

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May 10, 2024,27 The Cliffs of Howth

Step into the breathtaking natural beauty of the Cliffs of Howth in Ireland! On this walk we take you along the majestic cliffs of Howth, where the Irish Sea crashes against the rocks and the wind blows through your hair.
As you walk along the cliff edge you will be treated to panoramic views that will take your breath away. …

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June 19, 2023,Cliffwalk - lila Tour - von Howth (Dublin)

Howth can be reached by train from Dublin. The port offers a lot of fish restaurants... Expensive but good.
The cliff walk is signposted quite well, but the paths are overgrown, especially in the south-western part (blackberries, thistles, gorse), so long clothes and not so great weather were beneficial. There are no shelters. The beach can only be reached selectively …

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February 27, 2024,Howth - Bog of the Frogs Loop

One of the most beautiful hikes not far from Dublin. We chose the longest route straight away and were not disappointed. Very varied!

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September 4, 2023,🇮🇪 Howth Runde bei Dublin

Howth is the peninsula off Dublin. There is a signposted Cliff Walk here, which we walked with a few small changes. The path leads along the cliffs with lots of views through fern heather with blackberries. Sometimes the path is completely overgrown and you walk through a tunnel of rhododendrons.
The weather was completely uncharacteristically hot for Ireland, so it …

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Balscadden Bay Beach

View of Ireland's Eye from Howth Harbour

Clifftop Viewpoint at Howth Head

Howth Cliff Path

View of the Baily Lighthouse from the Howth Cliffs

Doldrum Beach

Wormhole Beach

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