Howth Bog of the Frogs Loop

A day trip from Dublin to the peninsula and the coastal fishing town of Howth. Available by bus or train for an affordable €2.60 (one way). There are four signposted routes available. We hiked the longest, "purple" route. Highly recommended. Plenty of rest stops to enjoy the view into the distance. Stunning scenery, including a small, hidden beach. To reach this beach, you'll need to be sure-footed and willing to do a bit of climbing. Conclusion: A superb tour along the coast. This is what you imagine Ireland to be like.

On my day off in Dublin, I really wanted to get some great outdoors and some fresh air. Since Howth could be reached in 40 minutes by train, the plan was there. Howth is a port city with impressive cliffs, lots of nature, nice shops, restaurants and sights. I was also really lucky with the weather. It was dry and in the morning even sun. That cannot be taken for granted in November. There were quite a lot of people on the main path on the cliffs - but that went away after 1.5 hours. There are different ways and paths - for the most part I followed the purple arrow. There are also bays for swimming. Definitely nice in summer - but even today with an outside temperature of 9 degrees there were swimmers! 🥶 There were such great photo opportunities. And it felt like I was taking a picture every minute. The landscape was breathtaking and there was something to see at every corner. Towards the end, the hiking trail then led directly over the golf course including warning signs

The Howth Cliff Walk (purple route with a shorter variation) is a very well-maintained and spectacular hiking trail on the Howth Peninsula outside Dublin. The harbor is also worth a visit, and the detour to the lighthouses is worthwhile. Despite the not-so-typical Irish weather (bright sunshine), the tour was a special treat.

The trail follows the purple route exactly. It's very well signposted, so you don't really need a cell phone.

Step into the breathtaking natural beauty of the Cliffs of Howth in Ireland! On this walk we take you along the majestic cliffs of Howth, where the Irish Sea crashes against the rocks and the wind blows through your hair. As you walk along the cliff edge you will be treated to panoramic views that will take your breath away. The dramatic cliffs rise high above the sea, with sheer rock walls plunging into the azure waters below. The sound of the waves crashing on the rocks fills the air, leaving you enchanted by the natural symphony of the ocean. We see the flora and fauna that thrive in this rugged coastal landscape. From colorful wildflowers blooming along the path to the tranquil seabirds soaring high above the cliffs, the Cliffs of Howth are a true oasis of biodiversity. During this walk you will also encounter historical sights. From ancient coastal forts to abandoned lighthouses, every bit of this clifftop walk oozes history and heritage. So grab your walking boots and prepare for an adventurous journey along the Cliffs of Howth, where the beauty of nature will touch your soul and create memories for a lifetime.

Howth can be reached by train from Dublin. The port offers a lot of fish restaurants... Expensive but good. The cliff walk is signposted quite well, but the paths are overgrown, especially in the south-western part (blackberries, thistles, gorse), so long clothes and not so great weather were beneficial. There are no shelters. The beach can only be reached selectively and it is usually rather dangerous. You will be rewarded on the tour by great views.

One of the most beautiful hikes not far from Dublin. We chose the longest route straight away and were not disappointed. Very varied!

Howth is the peninsula off Dublin. There is a signposted Cliff Walk here, which we walked with a few small changes. The path leads along the cliffs with lots of views through fern heather with blackberries. Sometimes the path is completely overgrown and you walk through a tunnel of rhododendrons. The weather was completely uncharacteristically hot for Ireland, so it felt like you were on the Cote Azur.