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Willem VS
May 19, 2026
Cycling
Oranmore Castle is a robust 15th-century residential tower that stands majestically on the edge of Galway Bay. This former stronghold of the Clanricard Burghs was strategically built on a rocky outcrop to guard the entrance to the bay. Today, the castle is an atmospheric residence and a popular photo spot for passers-by. Especially at high tide, when the seawater rises to the thick limestone walls, the castle offers a beautiful historical silhouette against the backdrop of the untamed Atlantic coast.
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