🌐 If The Past Could Talk

Murrisk: Pilgrim Path and Famine Shore

📍 Mayo🚶 5 stops🚶️ 1.18km⌛ ~30 min

A short loop through the pilgrim village at the foot of Croagh Patrick, taking in the trailhead where tens of thousands set out each Reek Sunday, the ruined Augustinian abbey on the shore, John Behan's coffin-ship Famine memorial, and the working pier on Clew Bay. Looking for things to do in Murrisk? Start here — no car, no ticket, no booking.

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🌐 Walk This Trail

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Stops on This Trail

  1. Croagh Patrick Trailhead & Visitor Centre
  2. St Patrick's Statue, Croagh Patrick
  3. Murrisk Abbey
  4. National Famine Memorial
  5. Murrisk Pier

For Schools

This trail is also available as a free printable classroom worksheet or full trail booklet — no site visit required. See how Classroom Prep Mode works →