발리나하텐 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

작은 전시회는 댐 건설의 힘든 작업에 대한 통찰력을 제공합니다. 그 옆에는 노동자들을 위해 지어진 집들이 보입니다.

Slieve Binnian은 절대적인 마법입니다. 북아일랜드에서 세 번째로 높은 봉우리(747미터)로서, 정상부를 지키는 거대하고 풍화된 화강암 탑들, 즉 토르 덕분에 Mournes에서 가장 극적인 실루엣이라는 칭호를 쉽게 얻습니다. https://www.expresstollpass.com

The Binnian Tunnel (2.5 miles long) was constructed between 1947 and 1950/51 and is located under the Mourne Mountains in County Down, Northern Ireland. The main purpose of the tunnel is to divert water from the Annalong Valley to the Silent Valley Reservoir underneath Slieve Binnian, after which the tunnel was named.

The tunnel diverts the waters of the Annalong Valley catchment area into this reservoir and was opened on 28th August 1952

Starting from Carrick Little Car Park, the hiking path to Slieve Binnian offers a rewarding journey through the heart of the Mourne Mountains. This moderate to challenging loop, approximately 11.2 km in length, follows the Mourne Wall, a historic dry-stone structure built in the early 1900s, guiding hikers toward the summit of Slieve Binnian (747 m). The ascent is steady, with a mix of rocky terrain and scenic views. As you approach the summit, the path becomes more rugged, leading to the iconic South and North Tors. From the summit, panoramic vistas unfold, offering breathtaking views of the Silent Valley and the surrounding peaks.

The Duck Pond feels like a calm secret waiting to be discovered. Recommended by hikers and tucked into a protected area, it’s a gentle spot where water glimmers among reeds and mountains frame the quiet mirror below.

Silent Valley Reservoir, nestled in the Mourne Mountains, is a peaceful retreat surrounded by sweeping granite peaks and heathered slopes. Built in the early 20th century to supply water to Belfast and much of County Down, the reservoir combines striking engineering with natural beauty. Visitors can stroll along well-kept paths, admire the Victorian-style dam and impressive Mourne Wall, or simply enjoy the quiet atmosphere by the lakeshore.

A tea room located in the beautiful setting of Silent Valley Mountain Park. The café is open daily all year round, which is convenient, but unfortunately the food quality is very disappointing. The staff are friendly, but I had one of the worst ham and cheese sandwiches of my life: dry bread, bland ham, and cheese that tasted like the lowest supermarket grade. The bread was probably the only halfway decent part of it.