Wikipedia (Carlingford, County Louth, 2023-12-18):
en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlingford,_County_Louth
de.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Carlingford

Carlingford Lough Heritage Trust (Discover Carlingford & The Cooley Peninsula, 2023-12-18):
carlingford.ie

Willem VS

February 23, 2026

Mountain biking

Taaffe's Castle is a fortified merchant's house dating from the early 16th century, built by the wealthy Taaffe family, who later became the Earls of Carlingford. Situated near the old …

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August 11, 2025

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Carlingford Castle, also known as King John’s Castle, is a striking 12th-century fortress overlooking the charming medieval town of Carlingford and its scenic harbour. Built by Hugh de Lacy to guard the strategic Lough, the castle has a commanding presence with its weathered stone walls and rugged silhouette against the water. Though partially in ruins, it still captures the atmosphere of Ireland’s Norman past, and its elevated position offers sweeping views of the surrounding mountains and coastline.

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1. Carlingford — Cooley Mountains loop

22.9km

02:48

870m

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2. Long Woman's Grave Memorial – Carlingford loop from The Lumpers

46.1km

04:42

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3. Carlingford – View of Northern Ireland loop from Grange

28.4km

02:34

710m

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Elevation 10 m

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