
Mourne Mountains - Wikipedia
The Mourne Mountains (/ m ɔːr n / MORN; Irish: Beanna Boirche), also called the Mournes or the Mountains of Mourne, are a predominantly granite mountain range in County Down in the south-east of Northern Ireland. [1]
The Mourne Mountains - Ireland.com
The majesty of the Mournes can be felt as soon as they come into view: a sweeping range of grand peaks, this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and UNESCO Global Geopark certainly lives up to this title. This is one of the most beautiful corners of Northern Ireland.
The Mourne Mountains: Walks, Maps + 2025 Info - The Irish Road …
Jan 2, 2024 · The Mountains of Mourne are a compact range of granite peaks rising abruptly from the Irish Sea that extend for 9 miles (14.5 km) between Newcastle and Rostrevor. They date back to the Neogene Period (i.e., 23 to 2.6 million years ago) and their Irish name is Beanna Boirche.
Visit Mourne Mountains: The Official Tourism Website
No matter how long your visit, there’s so many things to do and much to see in Mourne Mountains & Ring of Gullion. Discover the land where the Mourne Mountains sweep down to the sea.
13 Best Mourne Mountains Walks (With Maps) - The Irish Road Trip
Sep 21, 2022 · There are some mighty Mourne Mountain walks and hikes. County Down’s famous mountain range boast some of Ireland’s most epic views and there are a ton of great walks to get stuck into in this dramatic landscape.
The Mourne Wall: History, Walks + Handy Info - The Irish Road Trip
Dec 27, 2024 · The Mourne Mountains are an iconic mountain range in Northern Ireland that stretch from Carlingford Lough to the seaside town of Newcastle. One of their most unique features is the outstanding Mourne Wall which is 22 miles in length and took 18 years to build. 1. Location. 2. Length. 3. Construction. 4.
Northern Ireland's Mourne Mountains: The Complete Guide
Mar 14, 2019 · The Mourne Mountains are considered to be the best walking area in Northern Ireland. Here is how to visit, what to see, and the best hikes to follow.
The Mourne Mountains | Scenic Attractions Ireland - Irish Tourism
The Mourne Mountains are a granite mountain range in County Down in the south-east of Northern Ireland. It includes the highest mountains in Northern Ireland and the province of Ulster. The highest of these is Slieve Donard at 850 metres (2,790 ft).
Guide to the Mourne Mountains | Visit Mourne Mountains
Marvel at how the Mourne Mountains sweep down and meet the Irish sea in Newcastle. Walk the sands of the blue flag Cranfield Beach, or take in the sea air along Newcastle’s seafront promenade. Moving inland, the Mourne Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is crisscrossed by natural open watersways.
The Mourne Mountains | Information on Northern Irelands Finest …
May 9, 2014 · Regardless of weather and season, the Mournes are one of Northern Irelands most popular destinations. Rain, hail or shine, on a long warm summers evening or in the depths of winter hordes of people make their way to County Down to spend some time in what is undoubtedly Irelands most picturesque location.