grianan aileach ring fort

LarryO637

Incredible views of the surrounding counties. We were in awe of the scenery and the construction/history of the fort. Really well-preserved specimen.

Jarmo_Maattala

We went to the place twice, because the first time there were a note in a gate about closing at 4 p.m. and it was already a bit more. The gate was still open. In the evening the local lady told us that the gate is never closed. At the same time she told there had been some problems with the tourists and customs might be changing. So prepare for the opening hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The next day we drove there again and found a car park on the top of the hill. There were a short walk to the ring forth. The stones are slippery, if you climb up. And it is worth climbing, because you can see all-around the area.

belfast-jj

Having battled our way through heavy snow showers and getting lost, we eventually found the narrow lane up to the fort but it was locked lol - anyway with the heavy snow we wouldn't have got up in the car. So parked at the bottom and made our way up. The views were stunning especially the dark storms heading our way.A must see.

letterkennycaint

This attraction is worth visiting, even if it's just for the views. It's about 1 mile off the main N13 road from Derry to Letterkenny, and it's well signposted. It if free to visit, and has a car park. On my visit over the weekend, it was mucky, and wellies would have been a good idea. But in between showers the views were fantastic.

rebeljenn

Drive up the large hill and there's a car parking place and the fortress is a short walk (only a couple of minutes) up the hill. There's some great views from here. Follow the ancient road south to see St. Patrick's well. Have a walk around the hill fort and inside it. Just watch you don't trip or fall as it's uneven and narrow on the ledges of the fort.

M-ONeill-14

I went here in August but it was very windy and was quite foggy so the views were not that good.I was more interested in the historical side of it rather than the visual side of things.Most of the medieval Gaelic clans of Ulster would have had their origins from the kings who occupied this site, it was the seat of power of the Uí Néill before they moved into Tullyhogue Fort in central Ulster in the 10th century, There is a lot of ancient history associated with this area along with Derry City so it is best to read up on it before you visit.

KiwiTraveller1953

This 2000 year old round stone hilltop fort with commanding views is reached up a narrow winding road but the detour is worth it - relatively complete outer walls and the remnant of the original road to it. No charge to visit

alj0sas

We been there early in the morning and the fog has just began to rise, so the view wasn't perfect, but it was amazing anyway.

141shawnh

We vistied Grainan Aileach in June 2014 whilst on a private tour with Paddywagon Tours out of Dublin. Despite a somewhat poor time of day for photography (midday) the views of counties Donegal,Tyrone and Derry were breathtaking and I was treated to big,puffy clouds and blue sky.The site was sparsely populated on this day so I was able to make a 360 degree panoramic image from the top wall of the fort. This ancient monument also affords one wonderful views of Loughs Foyle, Swilly and seaward. This site predates Christ and historians believe it was first a burial site dating to 3000 B.C. It is located off the N13 in Burt,Northern Ireland. Parking for approximately 20 vehicles is provided and you'll see many hikers in the area.

OliviaK602

I went to another ring fort and this one was way better. I know it has been restored, but it's a cool site to see in a completed state. It's on top of a hill so it also offers amazing views of the surrounding area.

LizaDurham999

This place is worth a visit for the views alone but the fort itself is definitely interesting in its own right. That said the views are amazing. It's true it's a bit of a drive up, a fair bit further than the 2km the sign post said so don't bother walking unless you like a good trek, but we didn't find the drive nerve wrecking though the road was quite narrow.

PaulN559

An old stone fort that is well kept. But the reason to go ! has to be to take in the views. They're spectacular! I would recommend a visit

989francesd

Only a stones throw from Letterkenny and Derry. Amazing views across Lough Swilly and donegal on one side and Derry and Tyrone on the other side. We stopped off twice in the same day. So many structures like this hidden around the country.

LeeM834

We took friends there today. Wow was all they could say. Rural Donegal, megalithic fort with the most amazing views of Donegal and into Co. Londonderry. There isn't much else up at the top the hill but there's a good visitor Center down at the bottom. Well worth a visit just to see the view. Be careful when it's windy though!

rvs-ru

Very old fort standing on top of the hill. View from there is quite good, fort itself is magnificent.