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Things to see in Ballinlough (Ireland): 8 places and when to go
Ballinlough is a town in Ireland, and this site lists 8 places in and around it, mainly History (4), Nature (2), Museums and art (1). The best known are Altore Wedge Tomb, Clonalis House and Emlagh High Cross. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 12. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Ireland · 53.7446, -8.6404
- Places
- 8 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (4) · Nature (2) · Museums and art (1) · Mountains (1) · Food and drink (1) · Hiking (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March and October.
- Nearest airport
- SNN Shannon, 118 km as the crow flies
What to see in Ballinlough
The places in and around Ballinlough, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Altore Wedge TombWedge-shaped gallery grave in County Roscommon, Ireland5.1 km
- Clonalis HouseHistoric manor house in Ireland9.1 km
- Emlagh High CrossHigh crosses in County Roscommon, Ireland12 km
- Kilcashel Stone FortStone ringfort (cashel) in County Mayo, Ireland16 km
- Slieve DartHill in Ireland9.5 km
- Black Donkey Brewing CompanyBrewery2 m
- Cloonfad LoopHiking9.3 km
- Tober CaelainnHoly well in Moor, County Roscommon, Ireland12 km
When to go to Ballinlough
The best time to visit Ballinlough is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:44
- FebPossible9:30
- MarPossible11:29
- AprBest time13:44
- MayBest time15:41
- JunBest time16:48
- JulBest time16:20
- AugBest time14:36
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:13
- NovBetter not8:14
- DecBetter not7:12
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 12. In April, 8 of the 8 places are at their best.
When to go to Ireland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Ballinlough
The nearest main airport is Shannon Airport (SNN, Shannon), 118 km as the crow flies. How to get around Ireland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Tuam10 places29 km
- Swinford9 places30 km
- Roscommon20 places33 km
- Dromod7 places49 km
- Ballina14 places53 km
- Athlone13 places58 km
And all of Ireland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Ballinlough?
The best known: Altore Wedge Tomb, Clonalis House, Emlagh High Cross, Kilcashel Stone Fort, Slieve Dart. In all, 8 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Ballinlough?
April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 48 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 12.
How do you get to Ballinlough?
The nearest main airport is Shannon Airport (SNN), 118 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Ballinlough as the destination and these 8 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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