The Burren

The word Burren comes from the Irish word “Boireann” , meaning rocky place. The Burren covers an area of approx. 360 sq kilometers, stretching from north County Clare to East Galway. It is one of the largest areas of limestone in Europe, which is over 780 meters thick in some places! It is home to an eclectic mix of flora and fauna usually found in very different habitats, including wild orchids. It is also home to a 5,800 year old dolmen, Poulabrone Dolmen, which is one of 80 tombs found in the area.

 Before heading into the Burren, be sure to pay a visit to The Burren Centre in the village of Kilfenora. Here you will get a great introduction to the famous UNESCO Geopark and will have you up to date on the history of the area , from its geology to its ancient tombs and also the various farming practises that have been used in this unique and wild landscape.