Ireland through the seasons
Autumn in Ireland
Woodland colour, lower light and quieter mountain landscapes give autumn a distinct atmosphere. Shortening days and fast-changing forecasts mean route choice and turnaround times need extra care.
Mountains & colour
Five places for the season.
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Glendalough
A glacial valley where monastic ruins, two lakes, woodland and mountain trails create one of Wicklow’s most rewarding walking areas.
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Killarney National Park
Lakes, native woodland, mountain scenery and historic estates form a varied national park beside Killarney town.
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Glenveagh National Park
A remote Donegal valley of mountains, blanket bog, woodland and Lough Veagh, centred on Glenveagh Castle and its gardens.
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Slieve Bloom Mountains
A central Irish upland of forest trails, quiet valleys, waterfalls and long-distance walking across Laois and Offaly.
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Mourne Mountains
Granite peaks, reservoirs, forest and the historic Mourne Wall create Northern Ireland’s best-known mountain landscape.
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