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Walking the Kerry Way
Iveragh Peninsula from Killarney, including Carrauntoohill and Skellig Michael
ISBN
9781786312167
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15 Aug 2024
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First
Pages
144
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.00cm
Weight
170g
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Guide to Ireland's 190km Kerry Way. Described anti-clockwise from Killarney, the circular route is presented in 10 stages and offers view of Killarney National Park and the Beara and Dingle peninsulas. Optional side trips include Carrauntoohill, Skellig Michael and Valentia Island.
Seasons
With a mild temperate climate and lower elevations, spring, summer, and autumn are the best seasons to enjoy the Kerry Way. The nicest weather tends to be in June, July and August, with the least amount of rain – although wet weather is possible year round; the shoulder seasons are cooler and wetter.Centres
Killarney, Black Valley, Glencar, Glenbeigh, Cahersiveen, Waterville, Caherdaniel, Sneem, and KenmareDifficulty
The Kerry Way is suitable for most walkers, provided you adapt your itinerary to your level of fitness. There are a few more strenuous parts initially going through the passes between the mountains but once beyond the mountains the coastal section is generally flatter.Must See
Ross Castle, Killarney National Park, Muckross House and gardens, Muckross Abbey, Torc Waterfall, Carrauntoohil – Ireland's highest peak, Skellig Micheal Island, Transatlantic Cable Museum, Derrynane House and Park, Cahergall and Staigue stone fortsISBN
9781786312167
Availability
Published
Published
15 Aug 2024
Edition
First
Pages
144
Size
17.20 x 11.60 x 1.00cm
Weight
170g
Delivery & Returns
Free Royal Mail 48 postage on UK orders. European postage is £3.50 per item. Worldwide postage is £5.50 per item. If you're not happy with your purchase for any reason, we'll give you a full refund.
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Overview
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A guidebook to walking Ireland’s Kerry Way. Covering 190km (117 miles), this circular route from Killarney takes around 10 days to hike and is suitable for walkers of most abilities.
The route is described anti-clockwise in 10 stages of between 13 and 25km (8–16 miles). Also included are a number of side-trips in the area, including an ascent of Carrauntoohil (Ireland’s highest mountain), the Cnoc na dTobar pilgrim’s path and a marine landing on UNESCO-listed Skellig Michael.
- 1:50,000 maps included for each stage
- Handy route summary tables and accommodation listings help you plan your itinerary
- Refreshment and accommodation information given for each trek stage
- Advice on planning and preparation
- GPX files available to download
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Table of Contents
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Map key
Route summary table
Stage facilities planner
Introduction
A hidden jewel in the Emerald Isle
Using this guidePlanning your walk
The route
When to go
Travel to and from the Kerry Way
Accommodation
Food and drink
Trek planning and baggage transfer services
What to pack
Money matters
Travel insurance
Physical fitness
Side tripsPlanning day by day
Climate and weather
Maps and apps
Waymarking and paths
Language
Phone and Wi-Fi
The Ring of Kerry
Iveragh Peninsula transport
Laundry
Ticks and midges
EmergenciesAbout the region
Geology
Plants and wildlife
History
Visiting Killarney
The Kerry Way
Day 1 Killarney to Black Valley
Day 2 Black Valley to Glencar
Day 3 Glencar to Glenbeigh
Day 4 Glenbeigh to Cahersiveen (Foilmore)
Day 5 (Coars) Cahersiveen to Waterville
Day 5A Cahersiveen to Caherdaniel via inland variant
Day 6 Waterville to Caherdaniel
Day 7 Caherdaniel to Sneem
Day 8 Sneem to Blackwater Bridge
Day 9 Blackwater Bridge to Kenmare
Day 10 Kenmare to Killarney
Side trip Carrauntoohill ascent
Side trip Skellig Michael marine landing
Side trip Tetrapod Trackway
Side trip Transatlantic Cable Station Museum
Side trip Cnoc na dTobar (Knocknadobar) – Kerry’s pilgrim pathAppendix A: Accommodation list
Appendix B: Useful contacts 1 -
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By John Raffaldi
Washington State based, John Raffaldi has been a licensed guide and pursued outdoor adventures throughout the world, ranging from long distance walks to SCUBA diving. He has walked extensively throughout Europe, covering several thousand miles, predominantly off the beaten path, with his wife Lynn.
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