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Setting
Outdoor
Entry
Free / cheap
Who for
Ages 10–18+
Found in County Mayo, Croagh Patrick is an important site of pilgrimage where St Patrick is believed to have fasted for 40 days in 441. The 765m-high mountain is just 8km from Westport and affords stunning views of Clew Bay.
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Found in County Mayo, Croagh Patrick is an important site of pilgrimage where St Patrick is believed to have fasted for 40 days in 441.
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Croagh Patrick mountain is a natural outdoor pilgrimage site with 24/7 access. The Visitor Centre at the base (Croagh Patrick Information Centre in Murrisk) provides facilities and information.
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