Killary Harbour- short walk, Co Galway

What This route explores the shore of Killary Harbour, Ireland's only true fjord. It also offers a poignant reminder of the Great Famine of 1845-49, visiting a deserted village and famine relief road that are legacies of that era. From the pier, head southeast along the road. After 1km, at the apex of a sharp right bend, turn left onto a faint track and climb to Salrock Pass. Descend steeply through a pedestrian gate, then follow a stone wall to the deserted famine village of Foher. Join the Green Road - an old famine relief project - at the base of the slope, then turn left and follow the track along the edge of the fjord all the way back to Rosroe.

Start/Finish at Rosroe Pier

Getting there Turn off the N59 7km southwest of Leenane, following a sign to Tullycross. After 5km, turn right to arrive at Rosroe Pier some 3km later.

Level Moderate - an unsigned path over rough ground, with 160m ascent.

Length/Time 6.5km / 2-2.5 hours

Pack Extra route information from Helen Fairbairn's Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way: A Walking Guide