The village of Clonbur sits between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. Two kilometres to the west rises Mount Gable where, according to legend, the hordes of Firbolg gathered on the hilltop before their clash with the Tuatha Dé Danann at the Battle of Moytura.

Clonbur also contains the ruins of the Petersburg Estate, seat of the Lynch family. In more recent times, it was owned by the Guinness family. The house and yard buildings have been completely renovated and now function as an Outdoor Education Centre.

 

Located at the foot of Mount Gable, three miles west of Clonbur in County Galway. Lough Coolin is accessible via the villages of Ballyveane and Kilbeg Upper. Beside the lake are the stone cottage ruins of an old village. The lake was renowned for white trout until the early 1960s when pike were added to the lake by a local fisherman. Pike and perch are now the only fish in the lake. A stream from the Lough Coolin flows into Lough Mask. Coolin Lake provides fresh water for the village of Clonbur.

 

In less ancient times this isthmus known as the Gap of Danger where the ‘plainsmen’ met the less sophisticated, but often more stubborn stock of Joyce and Flaherty country. Here was the stage where conflicting civilisations rubbed shoulders and often swords.

Today, the district of Clonbur is endowed with nature’s choicest gifts – mountains, lakes, streams and woodlands.

 

Mount Gable offers the visitor who likes an easy climb a panoramic view of breath-taking beauty. The lakes need no introduction to discerning anglers from these islands and the continent.

 

At present, with the co-operation of Coillte, forest walks of scenic interest are being developed. Here one can rest, stroll or picnic in a friendly and picturesque environment or visit Petersburg Estate, seat of the Lynch family, one of whose members – John Lynch – was a signatory on the American Declaration of Independence.

 

There are no super swimming pools, promenades nor fun fairs here – instead there are unspoilt natural surroundings, landscape of surpassing beauty, quiet woodlands, peaceful, clean waters, historical and archaeological reminders of the past, friendly people and an opportunity, to the discerning, for a relaxed holiday.

 

Make your way to glorious Galway and discover Clonbur. Hike Binn Shléibhe just 2km to the west and follow this beautiful route along the side of the mountain to see tremendous views of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. Book in with the Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre and take part in the exciting outdoor adventure sports activities. Go windsurfing, sailing, orienteering and gorge walking, or use it as a base for a geology excursion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The village of Clonbur sits between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. Two kilometres to the west rises Mount Gable where, according to legend, the hordes of Firbolg gathered on the hilltop before their clash with the Tuatha Dé Danann at the Battle of Moytura.

Clonbur also contains the ruins of the Petersburg Estate, seat of the Lynch family. In more recent times, it was owned by the Guinness family. The house and yard buildings have been completely renovated and now function as an Outdoor Education Centre.

 

Located at the foot of Mount Gable, three miles west of Clonbur in County Galway. Lough Coolin is accessible via the villages of Ballyveane and Kilbeg Upper. Beside the lake are the stone cottage ruins of an old village. The lake was renowned for white trout until the early 1960s when pike were added to the lake by a local fisherman. Pike and perch are now the only fish in the lake. A stream from the Lough Coolin flows into Lough Mask. Coolin Lake provides fresh water for the village of Clonbur.

 

In less ancient times this isthmus known as the Gap of Danger where the ‘plainsmen’ met the less sophisticated, but often more stubborn stock of Joyce and Flaherty country. Here was the stage where conflicting civilisations rubbed shoulders and often swords.

Today, the district of Clonbur is endowed with nature’s choicest gifts – mountains, lakes, streams and woodlands.

 

Mount Gable offers the visitor who likes an easy climb a panoramic view of breath-taking beauty. The lakes need no introduction to discerning anglers from these islands and the continent.

 

At present, with the co-operation of Coillte, forest walks of scenic interest are being developed. Here one can rest, stroll or picnic in a friendly and picturesque environment or visit Petersburg Estate, seat of the Lynch family, one of whose members – John Lynch – was a signatory on the American Declaration of Independence.

 

There are no super swimming pools, promenades nor fun fairs here – instead there are unspoilt natural surroundings, landscape of surpassing beauty, quiet woodlands, peaceful, clean waters, historical and archaeological reminders of the past, friendly people and an opportunity, to the discerning, for a relaxed holiday.

 

Make your way to glorious Galway and discover Clonbur. Hike Binn Shléibhe just 2km to the west and follow this beautiful route along the side of the mountain to see tremendous views of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. Book in with the Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre and take part in the exciting outdoor adventure sports activities. Go windsurfing, sailing, orienteering and gorge walking, or use it as a base for a geology excursion.

 

 

 

 

 

 

The village of Clonbur sits between Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. Two kilometres to the west rises Mount Gable where, according to legend, the hordes of Firbolg gathered on the hilltop before their clash with the Tuatha Dé Danann at the Battle of Moytura.

Clonbur also contains the ruins of the Petersburg Estate, seat of the Lynch family. In more recent times, it was owned by the Guinness family. The house and yard buildings have been completely renovated and now function as an Outdoor Education Centre.

 

Located at the foot of Mount Gable, three miles west of Clonbur in County Galway. Lough Coolin is accessible via the villages of Ballyveane and Kilbeg Upper. Beside the lake are the stone cottage ruins of an old village. The lake was renowned for white trout until the early 1960s when pike were added to the lake by a local fisherman. Pike and perch are now the only fish in the lake. A stream from the Lough Coolin flows into Lough Mask. Coolin Lake provides fresh water for the village of Clonbur.

 

In less ancient times this isthmus known as the Gap of Danger where the ‘plainsmen’ met the less sophisticated, but often more stubborn stock of Joyce and Flaherty country. Here was the stage where conflicting civilisations rubbed shoulders and often swords.

Today, the district of Clonbur is endowed with nature’s choicest gifts – mountains, lakes, streams and woodlands.

 

Mount Gable offers the visitor who likes an easy climb a panoramic view of breath-taking beauty. The lakes need no introduction to discerning anglers from these islands and the continent.

 

At present, with the co-operation of Coillte, forest walks of scenic interest are being developed. Here one can rest, stroll or picnic in a friendly and picturesque environment or visit Petersburg Estate, seat of the Lynch family, one of whose members – John Lynch – was a signatory on the American Declaration of Independence.

 

There are no super swimming pools, promenades nor fun fairs here – instead there are unspoilt natural surroundings, landscape of surpassing beauty, quiet woodlands, peaceful, clean waters, historical and archaeological reminders of the past, friendly people and an opportunity, to the discerning, for a relaxed holiday.

 

Make your way to glorious Galway and discover Clonbur. Hike Binn Shléibhe just 2km to the west and follow this beautiful route along the side of the mountain to see tremendous views of Lough Corrib and Lough Mask. Book in with the Petersburg Outdoor Education Centre and take part in the exciting outdoor adventure sports activities. Go windsurfing, sailing, orienteering and gorge walking, or use it as a base for a geology excursion.