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WALK OF THE "CHRISTMAS EXCESS" IN BEAUTIFUL KILLARNEY THIS YEAR

Celebrate Killarney's victory as Ireland's Tidiest Town 2011 and walk off the Christmas fare excess on December 27th with a fully guided walk through some of Ireland’s oldest oakwoods, on the slopes of Tomies Mountain. Overlooking the beautiful Lough Lein with stunning views of Inisfallen Island, Ross Castle and Killarney town. This is a "free" Christmas Gift Guided Walk in the company of knowledgeable and entertaining guides. It is a relatively easy hill trail walk with some gentle ascents, commencing at the lakeside near tomies at 10.00.am and should conclude within 3 hours - in time for a lunchtime resumption of the Christmas culinary delights. Full details on www.killarney.ie/walkkillarney

WALK DESCRIPTION: A circular 11km walk through one of the few remaining native oak woods in Ireland. Excellent views of Lough Leane (lower lake).It has an abundance of mixed wood with an interesting understorey. A visit to O'Sullivans Cascade and a chance to see the White Tail Sea Eagle makes this an ideal walk for the Christmas holidays.


DIRECTIONS TO START OF WALK: Depart Killarney town on the N72 following the Ring of Kerry/ Killorglin signs. Past Hotel Europe and Fossa Church . Left at next junction following the Gap of Dunloe sign. Shortly beyond the bridge the spans the River Laune as you approach a sharp right bend slow down and take the left turn following the signs for Lough Leane. Continue on carefully narrow road! At a small concrete bridge turn your car and park carefully on the right. Meet your guides here for start of walk.

All Walks must be booked at least 24 hours in advance on the Walk Killarney Booking Line 1850 566 466 or by e-mail on [email protected] - Places should only be considered as booked when Walk Killarney confirms bookings by return phone call or e-mail. Walkers must be properly attired in terms of proper walking boots and rainwear. Walkers are asked to bring a back-pack with food, refreshments, sunscreen and perhaps a change of clothing. In deference to Wildlife and Landowners, the organisers regret that dogs or other pets are not allowed on the walks. Finally, the organisers regret that the Full Day Walks are not considered suitable for children under 12 years. All intending walkers should make sure they are appropriately physically fit for the category of walk being undertaken. Walkers are asked to adhere to the “Country Code” and “Leave No Trace” of their visit.

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