Tain Way

Set out from the pretty waterside town of Carlingford to take on the Táin Way, 40.3km of quiet roads, forest and mountain paths that form a loop around the scenic, mountain-dotted Cooley peninsula. This well-marked, popular route is ideal for hikers of average fitness looking for a fulfilling walking challenge that can be enjoyed over a weekend or short break.

With some seriously great scenery to revel in - from woodlands and open mountainsides to unspoilt shorelines - this route is a must-do in Ireland’s Ancient East.

With a total aggregate ascent of 1025m, the Táin Way poses a modest test of endurance, but rewards those who take it on in spades with panoramic views from lookout points over Carlingford Lough, the Mournes, Dundalk Bay, and even the east coast of Ireland looking south.