West coast trip Kenmare and Killarney

Stayed a night at Killarney and had a few hikes in the area, it is a famous scenic corner of Ireland. Both towns have their character and easy to find decent things to eat.

 

Reenagross Park

 

Reenagross Park

Reenagross Park




Reenagross Park, laurel trees

An easy loop walk along the coast and in the forest, a forest of laurel trees, making that unique wiggly shapes (like in Madeira).

 

Torc Waterfall

 

Torc Waterfall

Torc Waterfall

Torc Waterfall walk

A powerful rumbling tall waterfall in a lush green forest, with the leaves starting to change colour.

 

Tomies Wood loop walk

 

lake side

oak forest

river

water fall

oak forest

Lake Leane

A 3 hours walk started with a gently uphill hike to the top, with a splendid view of Killarney and Lake Leane and Ross. Then wind through the forest of oak, holly and azalea, along a river to a waterfall. Finally a flight of steps leads down to the cascade that opens to the lake, and a short walk along the lake. Fantastic varied views, a top hiking spot.

 

Restaurant at Park Hotel

 

duck breast

loin of venison

scallop with crispy chicken wing

Hard to find decent restaurants in Ireland to enjoy fine dining, for food and the atmosphere, this one has a Michelin mention, cooking is well executed.

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