Inis Mór, Galway

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Dún Aonghasa

Perched on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic ocean, D n Aonghasa is the largest of the prehistoric stone forts of the Aran Islands. The fort consists of three massive dry-stone walls and a chevaux-de-frise, a dense band of jagged, upright stones, surrounding the fort from cliff to cliff, designed to impede attackers. As this site is managed by the OPW, school tour visits are permitted free of charge provided certain conditions are met.

Opening Hours

Monday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Tuesday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Wednesday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Thursday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Friday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Saturday: 9.30am to 4.00pm
Sunday: 9.30am to 4.00pm

Prices

We don't charge students. Entrance is free!

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Further Info

dunaonghasa@opw.ie

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published:31 Aug 2019

updated:02 Feb 2025

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