Dunloe Upper

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I loved the place. Despite its popularity and horse drawn tourist carts it has atmosphere. There's an attractive bleakness about it that was like a magnet for us.
There are several stone bridges along the way that tourists can't get enough of, The Gap of Dunloe is a narrow mountain pass forged between the MacGillycuddy Reeks and Purple Mountain by glacial flows. The river running through the gap is the river Loe from where the Gap gets its name. The Gap begins at Kate Kearney's Cottage. The road, narrow in many places, winds through the pass and descends into The Black Valley passing five lakes, Coosaun Lough, Black Lake, Cushnavally Lake, Auger Lake and Black Lough. Within easy walking distance from Kate Kearney's cottage is a picturesque old bridge known as the 'Wishing Bridge'. It is said that wishes made here really do come true! The Gap is approximately 11 km from north to south. You can hire a jaunting car (horse drawn wagon) to travel through the Pass and take a boat back to Killarney from Lord Brandon's cottage at the other end.
The gap of Donloe is one of the best hidden secrets in Ireland. The road passes through some beautiful scenes and Ireland's highest mountains. The narrow roads make it almost impossible for two way pass through keeping the crowds away. The best way is to drive tiny car or take a horse carriage ride. #trovember #hiddengems #kerry #ireland
Amazing hike with plenty of places to take a photograph
Short hike turned into 13mi. Very scenic.
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The Lake Hotel Killarney

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Eviston House Hotel

Eviston House Hotel

3 out of 5
97 New Street Killarney Co. Kerry
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Killarney Heights Hotel

Killarney Heights Hotel

4 out of 5
Cork Road Killarney Kerry
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Park Place Apartments

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High Street Killarney Kerry
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The Reserve at Muckross

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Muckross Road Killarney Kerry
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Gap of Dunloe which includes a bridge, a river or creek and tranquil scenes

Gap of Dunloe

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Explore the great outdoors at Gap of Dunloe and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Dunloe Upper. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Gap of Dunloe

Dunloe Golf Course

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Dunloe Golf Course

Things to do

From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour

From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour

$46
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From Killarney: 'Ring of Kerry' Mountain Road 1-Day Bus Tour
Sunny coastline in Ireland

1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour

$173
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90% of travellers recommend
1-Day Ring of Kerry Rail Tour
From Killarney: Day Trip to Dingle

From Killarney: Day Trip to Dingle

$52
per adult
From Killarney: Day Trip to Dingle
Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.

$124
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Killarney National Park Horseback Ride. Co Kerry. Guided. 1 hour.
Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park

Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park

$19
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Killarney: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus to Killarney National Park
1 Hour Guided Carriage Tour in Killarney National Park

1 Hour Guided Carriage Tour in Killarney National Park

$46
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1 Hour Guided Carriage Tour in Killarney National Park
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Glencar which includes tranquil scenes, mountains and road cycling

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A scenic view showing the rolling green hillsides and imposing mountains of the Gap of Dunloe under a sky filled with dramatic clouds. Rain shafts are visible in the distance.

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