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Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House

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Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House

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Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House

Name: Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House
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Location: Clare, Munster, Ireland

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1. Mooghaun & Craggaunowen loop from Quin

23.0km

01:22

140m

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Quin Abbey loop from Sixmilebridge

44.4km

02:37

280m

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3. Fenloe – Quin Abbey loop from Newmarket on Fergus

20.6km

01:13

120m

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Natalie

September 26, 2023

Mooghaun Hill Fort is believed to be the largest in Ireland. It dates back to c.950BC and a huge hoard of prehistoric gold was discovered around 1km to the north which can be seen on display in the National Museum of Ireland Dublin. The Castle or Tower House, is positioned to the north west of the hillfort and both can be visited within these woodlands.

Beyond the Horizon

October 9, 2024

At Mooghaun Hill Fort, cyclists get their money's worth not only because of the great views, but also because history literally shines out of the ground here. The largest Bronze Age ring fort in Ireland is located in the middle of dense forests, which provide a wonderful backdrop for a little tour of discovery. You will immerse yourself in a time long gone, when life was pulsating here around 950 BC.

The route takes you past old walls that once offered protection, and just a stone's throw away you will discover the weathered Tower House - a later building that somehow blends harmoniously into the landscape. The combination of nature and culture can be particularly enjoyed here, even if the path can be bumpy at times. A tip: leave your bike behind and explore the complex on foot - the many details of the walls and information boards about earlier life are worth it.

If you fancy a little adventure, we recommend visiting the site of a large gold treasure that was once discovered near the fort. Today, the treasure can be seen in the National Museum of Ireland in Dublin, but the atmosphere of the place still gives a glimpse of its splendor.

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Location: Clare, Munster, Ireland

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Mooghaun Hill Fort and Tower House

1. Mooghaun & Craggaunowen loop from Quin

2. Quin Abbey loop from Sixmilebridge

3. Fenloe – Quin Abbey loop from Newmarket on Fergus

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