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The Spanish Arch

The Spanish Arch

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The Spanish Arch

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Location: Galway, Ireland

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1. River Corrib – Claddagh Basin loop from Knocknacarra

12.1km

03:04

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

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2. Galway's street musicians – Latin Quarter, Galway loop from Galway

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02:52

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3. Salthill Promenade, Galway – Claddagh Basin loop from Knocknacarra

21.5km

05:29

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Patt3x

September 5, 2023

The Spanish Arch and the Caoċ are two remaining arches on the Ceann an Bhalla (“front wall”). The two arches were part of the extension of the city wall from Martin's Tower to the banks of the River Corrib, as a measure to protect the city's quays, which were located in the area once known as the Fish Market (now Spanish Parade). It was built during the reign of Wylliam Martin in 1584 and is named Ceann an Bhalla (the Head of the Wall).

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Scout Jens

October 26, 2023

Part of the old city wall with a beautiful passage and a free museum about the city's history.

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The Spanish Arch

1. River Corrib – Claddagh Basin loop from Knocknacarra

2. Galway's street musicians – Latin Quarter, Galway loop from Galway

3. Salthill Promenade, Galway – Claddagh Basin loop from Knocknacarra

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