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The Top 20 Attractions in Louth

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Louth. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Louth 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: November 13, 2025

Slieve Foye Summit

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Slieve Foy or Slieve Foye is a mountain on the Cooley Peninsula in Louth, Ireland. It rises to 589 metres (1,932 ft), making it the highest of the Cooley Mountains …

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Carlingford

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Wikipedia (Carlingford, County Louth, 2023-12-18):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlingford,_County_Louth
de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlingford

Carlingford Lough Heritage Trust (Discover Carlingford & The Cooley Peninsula, 2023-12-18):
carlingford.ie

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Long Woman's Grave Memorial

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Car Park at the top of a lovely climb.
Fantastic views on the way to the top.
Can be approached from either North or South.

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Druids' Circle, Ravensdale Forest

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The history of the stone circle isn't clear. Is it an ancient druid meeting place or a 19th century vanity project by the landowner? EIther way, it is an intriguing place to visit, just off the trail.

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Carlingford Castle (King John's Castle)

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Carlingford Castle sits behind Slieve Foye and dominates the towns skyline overlooking the harbour. It is thought the castle was built around 1190 by the Norman baron Hugh de Lacy. …

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Clermont Carn Summit and Transmission Site

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Wikipedia (Clermont Carn (Irish: Carnán Maighréid Náir), 2022-11-03):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clermont_Carn
Wikipedia (Clermont Carn transmission site, 2022-11-03):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clermont_Carn_transmission_site
Wikipedia (Cooley Mountains, 2022-11-03):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cooley_Mountains

MountainViews.ie (Clermont Carn, 2022-11-03):
mountainviews.ie/summit/434

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Millmount Fort and Martello Tower

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Millmount Fort in Drogheda was a great surprise. The short climb to the top rewards you with sweeping views over the River Boyne and the town... perfect for a quick …

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Mellifont Abbey

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In the Boyne Valley you will find the oldest Cistercian abbey in all of Ireland. Mellifont Abbey was founded in 1142 and belonged to Clairvaux Abbey. A look at the …

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Faux Dolmen of Anaverna

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How to have a bit of fun with a few rocks...
geograph.ie (Faux dolmen and standing stones above the Anaverna Track, 2017-03-04):
geograph.ie/photo/5300718

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St Mary's Church

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The construction of St Mary's Church was completed in 1889. It has a very beautiful interior with wall paintings, statues, stained glass windows and mosaics to discover.

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Barnavave Summit

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Beautiful 360 degree views of Carlingford, Morne Mountains and the Irish Sea.

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The Top 20 Attractions in Louth

Slieve Foye Summit

Carlingford

Long Woman's Grave Memorial

Druids' Circle, Ravensdale Forest

Carlingford Castle (King John's Castle)

Clermont Carn Summit and Transmission Site

Millmount Fort and Martello Tower

Mellifont Abbey

Faux Dolmen of Anaverna

St Mary's Church

Barnavave Summit

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