the western way galway

This is an old style spacious town residence in picturesque Oughterard. Guests will receive a friendly service in a relaxed atmosphere. It is only a short walk to top class restaurants and lively pubs.

This route starts at Oughterard and follows the shore of Lough Corrib to Maam. From Maam it finds a low level way through the great quartzite ranges of the Maum Turks and Twelve Bens, before descending to the deep, narrow valley of Killary Harbour and junction with the western Way (Mayo) near Leenaun.

Route Details:
Oughertard, Maam, Maumeen, Inagh, Toorenacoona, Leenaun.
Total Distance: 50km/31 miles.
Longest Stage: Maam to Toorenacoona - 18 km/11 miles (plus 5km/3 miles off route to nearest accommodation).
Highest Point: Maumeen - 259m/850ft.