Welcome to Loop Head, Co. Clare, Ireland
Eat
The Loop Head Peninsula, on the Wild Atlantic Way, is a great place to sample fresh seafood and local produce. Fresh oysters, mussels, crab, white fish & mackerel, organic vegetables, free range eggs and meat, homemade baked goods and jams… The Food Circle are committed to sourcing ingredients from local producers.
See
Whether you are driving, walking, cycling or pony trekking, the spectacular cliff scenery along the Peninsula’s coastal roads are breathtaking. Looking out to sea there is always the chance of seeing dolphins or whales, soaring gannets and kittiwakes or perhaps, a seal popping its head above water.
Do
There is something to offer everyone on the Loop Head Peninsula, be it walking, cycling, dolphin watching, bird watching, snorkelling in natural rock pools, relaxing in a seaweed bath, or catching your own fish for dinner! For the more adventurous, there’s windsurfing, paddle boarding, coasteering, sailing, horseback riding and plenty more exciting activities.
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News on the Loop
Wander around the grounds of Carrigaholt Castle (12/2/2020) – The castle at Carrighaolt has always been a beautiful landmark, from out in the estuary, to when you drive into Carrigaholt from Kilkee and the view of the estuary..view >>
Halloween on Loop Head (10/26/2020) – Halloween is the season which owes its roots to ancient Irish customs and beliefs When the Irish emigrated to America, they brought their customs and beliefs with them. One of..view >>
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Heritage Trail
The Loop Head Heritage Trail is a series of sites on the peninsula that you can explore by car, bike or on foot. Loop Head Tourism launched an audio guide in May 2016 to help you explore this fascinating journey.
You can follow the trail here.
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