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Tour 1 takes you out of Doolin along the Burren Way (R479) heading towards Ballyvaughan. After driving
just over two miles, this road ends at the entrance to Ballinalackin Castle. At Ballinalackin Castle
turn left and follow the Coast Road (R477) to Ballyvaughan. At Ballyvaughan head south on N67 but only
for about a mile. Turn left (south) onto R480. Follow R480 to its end and turn right, (west) onto R476.
This will bring you to Kilfenora and on to Lisdoonvarna. One mile past Lisdoonvarna, R476 becomes R478.
3kms will bring you to R479and a sign for Doolin. Turn right, (north) onto R479 to return to Doolin.
Ballyvaughan is a small village
at the mouth of a protected bay. On R480, watch for Poulnabrone dolmen (sign posted). Erected
nearly 6000 years ago, it was excavated in 1986 by the Office of Public Works. Remains of 16 - 22 adults
and six children were found. It is said to be the largest example of its kind in Europe. At the end of
R480 is Lemenagh Castle. An O’Brien castle, its main tower dates from 1480. Although in ruins, it is still
five stories high in places. Turning right onto R476 you’ll arrive in Kilfenora, home to an excellent
Interpretive Centre, covering all aspects of the Burren. From Kilfenora, continue west on R476 to
Lisdoonvarna and on to Doolin.© 2003 - 4 Doolin Tourism
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