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North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

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North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

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North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

Name: North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough
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Location: Slieve Gullion, Newry And Mourne, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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1. Slieve Gullion loop — Ring of Gullion

13.6km

04:07

450m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Slieve Gullion Summit – Calliagh Beara Lough loop from Drumintee

13.7km

04:13

470m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Calliagh Beara's Lough – Slieve Gullion Summit loop from Drumintee

9.14km

03:05

430m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Mareike

August 17, 2021

The North Cairn of Slieve Gullion is somewhat smaller than the South Cairn; it measures about 18 meters in diameter. During excavations, two stone boxes from the Bronze Age were found in the hill. Right next to it is the "Calliagh Beara's Lough" on top of the ridge.

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Beyond the Horizon

October 8, 2024

As soon as you cross the gentle ridge of Slieve Gullion, the North Cairn stretches out before you - a slightly smaller hill than its southern neighbour, but no less impressive. The stones that gather here seem like silent sentinels, witnesses of the distant Bronze Age. Two ancient stone boxes were once found here during excavations, which lay hidden in the depths of history. The North Cairn, with its diameter of around 18 metres, invites you to pause for a moment and enjoy the peace.

But it is not just the Cairn that is fascinating. Right next to it lies "Calliagh Beara's Lough", a quiet mountain lake that, according to legend, is the home of the witch Beara. On a clear day, the sky is reflected in the calm waters and you can almost feel the ancient magic of this place coming to life.

The road here may be rocky, but the landscape rewards with sweeping views and a touch of mysticism that makes Slieve Gullion something special.

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Elevation 540 m

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North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

1. Slieve Gullion loop — Ring of Gullion

2. Slieve Gullion Summit – Calliagh Beara Lough loop from Drumintee

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