Cliffs of Moher

Beach & CoastIrelandProtected area

Sea cliffs rising up to 214 metres above the Atlantic on the west coast of Ireland, part of the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.

Highlights

Atlantic sea cliffs
O'Brien's Tower
Seabird colonies

At a glance

Type: Beach & Coast
Country: Ireland
Region: County Clare
Continent: Europe
Best seasons: spring, summer, autumn

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