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The Top 20 Attractions around Birr

There are plenty of places to see and visit around Birr. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Birr is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: October 29, 2025

Clonmacnoise Monastery

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In the middle of Ireland, on the banks of the River Shannon, lies the ruins of the Clonmacnoise monastery. The former religious center has its origins in the 6th century. …

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Whispering Arch, Clonmacnoise Cathedral

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One of about 9 known whispering portals.
It is said that people used to secretly exchange vows of love here.

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Cross of the Scriptures (Clonmacnoise)

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The visitor center is well-kept and houses the original, while a replica is located at the original location.

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60 Degrees

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Here you can see a great sculpture that only really unfolds in the course of the day: The triangles consist of disused railroad tracks, sleepers and steel, which interact with …

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Sky Train

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The old peat train can be seen from afar and is a great photo opportunity

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Boora Pyramid

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The pyramid was built from stones that came to light during peat extraction.

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Lough Boora

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Peat was mined in the moor area until the 1970s. After that, the areas were wetted again so that a natural ecosystem could develop again.

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Cycles and The Boora Convergence

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The two sculptures are the two of the most impressive in the collection at Lough Boora Discovery Park. Cycles is from Caroline Madden. She used old railroad steel to represent …

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Downhill Section Near Kinnitty

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Good climb to get the legs loose and lungs ready for the fast down hill sections.The last 4 down hill back towards kinnity are flyers.Worth it every time.

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Kinnitty Forest

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Enjoy a stroll through the picturesque Kinnitty Forest that lies at the foothills of the Slieve Bloom Mountains, one of the oldest mountain ranges in Europe! This ancient woodland is …

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The Top 20 Attractions around Birr

Clonmacnoise Monastery

Whispering Arch, Clonmacnoise Cathedral

Cross of the Scriptures (Clonmacnoise)

60 Degrees

Sky Train

Boora Pyramid

Lough Boora

Cycles and The Boora Convergence

Downhill Section Near Kinnitty

Kinnitty Forest

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