Point of interest
Slievemore, the deserted village
10 locals recommend
Location
MO
Slievemore
Tips from locals
Visit Achill deserted village, beautiful place for a walk and the scenery is beautiful.
The Deserted Village at Slievemore is a haunting reminder of times past. An hour spent meandering from cottage to neighbouring cottage, along the ancient track and through adjacent fields with their lazybed ridges and furrows is a journey back in time. Sheltered under the slopes of Slievemore and hidden from the 21st century, this tranquil corner of a remote island is a perfect place for quiet reflection and remembrance. Close by is the Quartz Mining site.
The Deserted Village at Slievemore is a haunting reminder of times past. An hour spent meandering from cottage to neighbouring cottage, along the ancient track and through adjacent fields with their lazybed ridges and furrows is a journey back in time. Sheltered under the slopes of Slievemore and hi…
great hillwalking and hiking trail that brings you across to the other side of the Island to beaches and pubs,cafes.