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Corrib River walkway viewed from Salmon Weir - Galway
Corrib River walkway viewed from Salmon Weir
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Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: Let's all go down to the river...
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    • sourbugger
  • Updated By sourbugger on September 10, 2004
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by sourbugger
    A walk by the river is an absolute must in Galway.

    If you just head for the Cathedral, you will soon find the River Corrib and the small canal at the side of it. The Corrib itself is a Salmon river and was originally called the Galway river, meaning "short stony river". It is in fact the shortest river in Europe (2 miles), and also (with a little bit of dodgy maths) also the most powerful.

    It is a very picturesque place to relax, and many students from the nearby university find it a convivial place to "chill out" and even on occasions do some studying.

    You can extend the water theme of the walk by crossing over the Cathedral area and heading back by the Eglinton Canal which brings you back into town.

    On the Salmon Weir bridge, try and spot the small wooden sculpture of a leaping Salmon.

    P.S. i met a bloke in a pub who swore blind that the following is true : There is an urban myth that the level of the water is kept low after a holiday night by the weir. That way less drunkards will end up drowned.

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: The Corrib River Walkway
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    • RhineRoll
  • Updated By RhineRoll on October 15, 2008
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    • Corrib River walkway viewed from Salmon Weir - Galway
    Corrib River walkway viewed
    from Salmon Weir
    by RhineRoll
    One thing making Galway such an attractive place is the river Corrib which practically splits Galway in half. In doing so, it is partly responsible for the traffic problems Galway has yet to solve, but when you are at the river, you won't notice at all. The pedestrian walk along the Corrib is my favorite part of Galway. Wheelchair accessible, with some steep ramps. The walkway actually starts at the Claddagh and ends at the Salmon Weir Bridge close to the Cathedral car park where I would strongly recommend to leave the car.

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: climb Croagh Patrick
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    • Taistealai
  • Updated By Taistealai on August 24, 2002
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by Taistealai
    Croagh Patrick is one of the highest peaks in Ireland. Supposedly this is the spot where Saint Patrick expelled the snakes from Ireland. Many people climb the 765m mountain as a pilgrimage (and some do it barefoot!) on the last Sunday of July. Our B&B hostess said that the annual pilgrimage used to be done at night, with thousands of people ascending the mountain carrying flashlights or lanterns. The photos I've seen of that event are just lovely, but for safety reasons the annual climb is done during the day now. My cousins and I made the trek in early July, and we learned that the folks at Lonely Planet were not lying when they rated it as 'medium to difficult'. The first 2/3's is tiring enough, but the final third is extremely steep and on loose stones. At one point you don't even stop; you just keep staring at your feet and moving on step by step. The views are well worth it, though. This photo was taken as we started -- please see the travelogue for photos of our hike.

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: Don't Fall In!
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    • Jennyjump79
  • By Jennyjump79 on December 8, 2004
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by Jennyjump79
    I was surprised by how turbulent the Corrib is! No guard-rails, either. They did have a lot of flotation devices along the riverside, though, for what it's worth.

    Exciting to look at, but dangerous after a couple pints.

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  • Directions: Cuts through Galway City
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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: Gaelic Village
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    • jckim
  • Updated By jckim on September 26, 2004
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by jckim
    Connmara route.
    speaking gaelic language and very original
    style village ,stone wall road, very old house,
    and hill rock area.
    some different another ireland village and town, don't remember village name.

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  • Address: Connmara peninsula route.
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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: check out the Connemara region
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    • Taistealai
  • Updated By Taistealai on August 24, 2002
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    by Taistealai
    Connemara is known for its lovely scenic views, marble, ponies, and The Quiet Man. Touring this area makes an excellent daytrip from Galway. Please see my travelogue for more on Connemara.

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: visit the Aran Islands
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    • Taistealai
  • Updated By Taistealai on August 24, 2002
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by Taistealai
    The Aran Islands have only become touristed in the last 10 years or so. There are 3, and Inishmor is the largest and the primary stop for most people. We took the ferry over and spent a day there -- had a wonderful time! Please see my travelogue for more on the Aran Islands.

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: Take a full day trip to ARAN...
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  • Updated By globetrott on April 18, 2003
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by globetrott
    Take a full day trip to ARAN ISLES ! At the port of INNISHMOORE you could ride by carriage, or rent a bike or mofa to go up to the world-famous ANCIENT FORT. It mostly is the best to walk back, it is all way downhill, and there are lots of old houses and a great landscape to be seen.
    It is not possible to take your own car/mofa etc. to the island - but maybe a bike if the ferry is not too crowded. Mofas,Bikes,Carriages could be rent on the Island

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: Aran Islands
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  • Updated By globetrott on April 18, 2003
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    • Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers - Galway
    by globetrott
    The ARAN ISLANDS may be visited by ship from Galway or Rosweal - mostly you will need a fullday-trip to explore Aran Islands - no tourist-cars are allowed on the islands, but you may rent a bike or motorscooter or take one of the many carriages

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    Hills and Mountains, Islands and Rivers: Nuns Island, Claddagh and the river Corrib
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  • Updated By sabsi on November 16, 2006
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    • Salmon Weir Bridge - Galway
    Salmon Weir Bridge
    by sabsi
    My favourite part of town is Claddagh, on the right bank of river Corrib. Fishermen have always been living here who sold their catch of the day at fish market (the square next to Wolfe Tone Bridge). The names come from the Gaelic word "An Cladach" which means stoney beach. The Claddagh Ring, a traditional finshermen's ring, has become the symbol of Galway and a popular souvenir. Make sure to ask which way to wear it if you don't want to end up in trouble with your partner!

    Another nice thing to do is to watch the salmons and the fishermen at Salmon Weir Bridge from Nuns Island. I just love the quietness at the river at night!

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