Over sheep pastures and on dirt roads you wander through the wild and romantic Black Valley. The secluded valley was the last place in Ireland to be connected to the electricity and telephone network. To date, the place has preserved its originality.

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Beautiful, very lonely tour. You need waterproof shoes (or Tevas). Access unfortunately only on the "Dunloe Gap" possible. Therefore, before 9 clock over the pass start, otherwise the road is closed with carriages. From noon on it gets really crowded (patience and caution when driving!). Except the tourist-carriages there are no public access routes. But you will be rewarded with a long and very quiet hike! (Take food and drink - there is nothing in the valley)

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1. Black Valley to Bridia Valley on the Kerry Way

11.9km

03:29

310m

250m

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

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2. View of Lough Acoose loop from Beaufort

9.96km

02:40

120m

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

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3. Bridia Valley – Bridia Pass loop from Glencar

18.8km

05:35

490m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Distance 975 m

Uphill 40 m

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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Gravel road through the Black Valley

1. Black Valley to Bridia Valley on the Kerry Way

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