The Galtee Mountains rise prominently above the lush dairylands of Ireland’s Golden Valley, comprising the highest inland mountain range in the country, with Galtymore representing the sole ‘Munro’ (or Irish Furth) situated any appreciable distance from the coast. Galtymore is a domineering sight for motorists heading south on the M8 motorway towards Cork, akin to … Read more
Hungry Hill exerts an enticing, powerful presence, undeterred by its relatively modest altitude. Irish mountains excel at compressing extensively gruelling terrain into compact proportions and Hungry Hill is a champion in this regard, warranting respectful exploration from its assailants. This is rocky country par excellence. The mountain is, nonetheless, at 2247ft (685m), the highest point … Read more
In the south west of Ireland lies the ancient Kingdom of Kerry, boasting the magnificent mountain range of the Macgillycuddy’s Reeks, home to the country’s three highest mountains, its highest lake, and (arguably) Ireland’s finest ridge walk, the Cumeenloughra Horseshoe. Crowning the range is Carrauntoohil, the roof of Ireland, which thus attracts more visitors than … Read more