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Northern Ireland

Newry And Mourne

North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

Northern Ireland

Newry And Mourne

North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

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North Cairn of Slieve Gullion and Calliagh Beara's Lough

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Ring of Gullion AONB

Location: Slieve Gullion, Newry And Mourne, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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August 17, 2021

Hiking

The North Cairn of Slieve Gullion is somewhat smaller than the South Cairn; it measures about 18 meters in diameter. During excavations, two stone boxes from the Bronze Age were found in the hill. Right next to it is the "Calliagh Beara's Lough" on top of the ridge.

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Beyond the Horizon

October 8, 2024

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As soon as you cross the gentle ridge of Slieve Gullion, the North Cairn stretches out before you - a slightly smaller hill than its southern neighbour, but no less impressive. The stones that gather here seem like silent sentinels, witnesses of the distant Bronze Age. Two ancient stone boxes were once found here during excavations, which lay hidden in the depths of history. The North Cairn, with its diameter of around 18 metres, invites you to pause for a moment and enjoy the peace.

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Slieve Gullion Summit – Calliagh Beara Lough loop from The Three Steps bar and lounge.

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Elevation 540 m

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Location: Slieve Gullion, Newry And Mourne, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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