Beginners Trails
There are several locations close to the village of Carrigaholt.
Accessible by E-bike, they are ideal for anyone who plans a picnic / relaxed hangout day.
Suitable for all skill levels.
With e-bikes, people are often pleasantly surprised that they cycle further than they had thought likely.
Beginners Trails.
Distance
From 2 -12 km
Fitness Level
Beginners Level
Cycle Time
From 3 to 30 Minutes.
Route 01
This is a lovely & easy loop that includes the following points of interest.
South from Carrigaholt, East to Rhinevilla & Cloonconeen. North & east returning to
Carrigaholt.
The location name Cloonconeen is phonetically from the Irish cluain coinín, which means the meadow (cluain) of the rabbits (coinín).
Note: Many coney Islands exist, several of which are named after coneys (rabbits).
Irish coinín (coneen)Dutch konijn
However, the origin of the name of Brooklyn’s Coney Island is disputed.
Route 02
Carrigaholt Castle 3 minutes. 800 m
One of Ireland’s best preserved “Tower Houses”, built around 1488 by the
McMahons, the last Gaelic Chieftains to rule this peninsula.
Start here and see how you feel about venturing further.
Carrigaholt Castle - Kilkee Heritage: Past & Present (clareheritage.org)
Route 03
Glasheen (Doonaha) beach. 17 mins 5.6 km
A lovely safe & secluded golden sandy beach. Pack a picnic for this trip, a beautiful beach with a leisurely ride there and back, perfect for a relaxed day out.
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Route 04
This trail takes you off-road with a slight hill climb, but the electric bike will help you. 22 minutes and 6.7 km.
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Irish College (Formerly the Coastguard Station)
The Foundation of O'Curry College - Kilkee Heritage: Past & Present (clareheritage.org)
Kilcredaun Lighthouse & WWII look-out point.
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Kilcredaun Lighthouse. - Kilkee Heritage: Past & Present (clareheritage.org)