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The Top 20 Peaks in Galway

Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Galway is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 20

to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits in Galway for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.

Last updated: November 10, 2025

Diamond Hill Summit

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Because of its moderate size, Diamond Hill is a popular peak among tourists. Due to its well-walked paths and relatively easy access, hordes of tourists make the pilgrimage up the …

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Diamond Hill, Connemara National Park

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Connemara National Park is open year-round, including the Visitor Center. There are no fees for entry to the grounds, the trails, or to view the exhibits. Guides at the Visitor …

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Tully Mountain Summit

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A good hill to do, with beautiful views down over towards nearby Freaghillaun South and Inishbofin, which is further away in the distance. The going is quite hard with no …

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Errisbeg Summit

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Errisberg sits overlooking the North Atlantic with stunning, panoramic views out to sea of the Roundstone bog and Dog's Bay. Inland, well, on a good day, you can catch sight …

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Binn Doire Chláir / Derryclare

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Derryclare is 673 metres high and sits just south of its bigger neighbour Bencorr, and both of them form two of the ’12 Bens of Connemara’. They are connected by a rocky ridge that offers great views in all directions.

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Binn Chorr / Bencorr

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At 711 metres, Bencorr is the second highest peak of the ’12 Bens of Connemara’, which has some of the finest walking in Ireland. The mountains are not very high, …

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View of Tully Mountain

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Great view and a not too difficult climb. Definitely worth it. Pack food!

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Moor with Cairns

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There are several "proper" paths on the long summit plateau. A few cairns, visible from afar, indicate the direction. You then find your own way to the next cairn or survey point.

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Binn Gabhar Summit

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A phantastic climb with an overview of all of the Twelve Bens. The descent to/ascent from the North should be taken with care.

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Binn idir an dá Log

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From the almost 700 meter high summit you have a breathtaking view of the Lough Lehanaghbeg lakes, which lie deep below you in the valley.

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Binn Chaonaigh

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More or less pathless it goes up to the wide summit plateau. As is typical of the region's mountains, it is littered with boulders and rocks.

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The Top 20 Peaks in Galway

Diamond Hill Summit

Diamond Hill, Connemara National Park

Tully Mountain Summit

Errisbeg Summit

Binn Doire Chláir / Derryclare

Binn Chorr / Bencorr

View of Tully Mountain

Moor with Cairns

Binn Gabhar Summit

Binn idir an dá Log

Binn Chaonaigh

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