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Dla wielu podróżników Gap of Dunloe oraz okoliczne szczyty to nie tylko wyzwanie, ale także niezapomniane przeżycie i jedna z najlepszych przygód w Killarney podczas jednodniowej wycieczki. Purple Mountain o wysokości 826 m n.p.m. jest drugim najwyższym szczytem w Parku Narodowym Killarney.
Ze szczytu rozciąga się wspaniały panoramiczny widok na jeziora Lough Leane, Gap of Dunloe oraz okoliczne wzgórza Kerry. Góra swoją nazwę zawdzięcza piaskowcowi o fioletowych odcieniach, widocznych szczególnie w promieniach słońca.
Cała trasa liczy około 16 km i powinna zająć 6–7 godzin doświadczonemu wędrowcowi.
Miejsce spotkania
Spotykamy się przy Head of the Gap of Dunloe o godzinie 10:00:
https://katekearneyscottage.com/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTvfAvCgZKVRHzN39
W razie zmiany kierunku istnieje możliwość zaparkowania przy Kate Kearney’s Cottage i rozpoczęcia trasy od Tommies Peak, kończąc w Head of the Gap of Dunloe, a następnie powrotu tą samą trasą do Kate Kearney’s Cottage:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/e5Ecp1f4yHFHXQMv6
Plan trasy (start z Head of Dunloe)
Wspinaczka do jeziora Glas Lough (472 m) z krótką przerwą na odpoczynek.
Kontynuacja na szczyt Purple Mountain (832 m).
Następnie zdobycie trzech pobliskich szczytów:
Purple Mountain NE Top – 757 m
Shehy Mountain – 762 m
Tomies Mountain – 735 m
(mapa poglądowa w zakładce „Dyskusja” – punkty 1,2,3,4,5).
Po tej części trasy planowana jest krótka przerwa regeneracyjna na kawę ze świeżo mielonych ziaren w kawiarni Rumi Cafe oraz wspólna decyzja, czy kontynuujemy trasę w kierunku restauracji Kate Kearney’s Cottage:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTvfAvCgZKVRHzN39
Powrót
Jeśli grupa zdecyduje się na kontynuację, po posiłku wrócimy mniej wymagającą trasą wzdłuż malowniczych jezior Black Lake i Augher Lake, podziwiając krajobraz kotliny Dunloe aż do miejsca postoju.
Należy pamiętać, że część trasy prowadzi wzdłuż drogi publicznej, prosimy zachować szczególną ostrożność, iść jedną stroną drogi oraz poruszać się zwartą grupą.
Wariant rozszerzony
Jeśli pozostaną nam siły, proponujemy dodatkową trasę przez:
Strickeen, Cnoc an Bhraca, Cnoc na dTarbh, Drishana, a następnie zejście do miejsca postoju.
Najdłuższy wariant trasy wynosi około 15–16 km i wraz z przerwami na kawę oraz obiad może zająć do 10 godzin (czas szacunkowy).
Koniecznie zabierzcie wygodne buty, czołówki, ubrania przeciwdeszczowe, wodę i coś ciepłego do termosu.
https://www.relive.com/view/v8qVEBjG136
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/ireland/county-kerry/tomies-and-purple-mountain-loop
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/ireland/county-kerry/purple-mountain
Hostele:
https://www.tridentholidayhomes.ie/property/kerry/killarney/purple-mountain-holiday-home/331149/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mMoMd9CbMGRxskgQ7
Więcej wiadomości:
https://www.komoot.com/highlight/294709
https://www.discoverkerry.com/listing/purple-mountain/71030101/
https://www.roamwild.ie/service-page/purple-mountain
Posiłek:
1. Kate Kearney’s cottage
https://katekearneyscottage.com/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/u6VYAM4P1SuyVJA8A
2. Lord Brandos Lodge - location near the Gap of Dunloe
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WVbTYYy2N1zbga4f8
https://gapofdunloetours.com/blog/lord-brandons-cottage-your-killarney-adventure-starts-here/
For many travelers, the Gap of Dunloe and the surrounding peaks are not only a challenge, but also an unforgettable experience and one of the best adventures in Killarney on a one-day trip. Purple Mountain, rising to 826 m, is the second highest peak in Killarney National Park.
From the summit, there are magnificent panoramic views of Lough Leane, the Gap of Dunloe, and the rolling hills of Kerry. The mountain takes its name from the purple-tinted sandstone that glows beautifully in the sunlight.
The entire route is approximately 16 km long and should take 6–7 hours for an experienced hiker.
Meeting Point
We meet at Head of the Gap of Dunloe at 10:00 AM:
https://katekearneyscottage.com/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTvfAvCgZKVRHzN39
If plans change, you may park at Kate Kearney’s Cottage and start the hike from Tommies Peak, finishing at the Head of the Gap of Dunloe and then returning along the same route to Kate Kearney’s Cottage:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/e5Ecp1f4yHFHXQMv6
Route Plan (starting from Head of Dunloe)
Ascent to Glas Lough (472 m) with a short rest break.
Continue to the summit of Purple Mountain (832 m).
Then reach three nearby peaks:
Purple Mountain NE Top – 757 m
Shehy Mountain – 762 m
Tomies Mountain – 735 m
(overview map available in the “Discussion” section – points 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
After this section, we will take a short recovery break for freshly ground coffee at Rumi Cafe, followed by a group decision on whether to continue towards Kate Kearney’s Cottage Restaurant:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTvfAvCgZKVRHzN39
Return Route
If the group decides to continue, after the meal we will return via a less demanding route along the beautiful Black Lake and Augher Lake, enjoying the stunning scenery of the Dunloe valley all the way back to our parking point.
Please note that part of the return route follows a public road — special care is required. Walk on one side of the road only and stay together as a group.
Extended Option
If we still have the energy, an additional route is proposed via:
Strickeen, Cnoc an Bhraca, Cnoc na dTarbh, Drishana, and then descent back to our parking area.
The longest option is approximately 15–16 km and, including coffee and lunch breaks, may take up to 10 hours (estimated time).
🇮🇪 in English:
For many travelers, the Gap of Dunloe and the surrounding peaks are not only a challenge, but also an unforgettable experience and one of the best adventures in Killarney on a one-day trip. Purple Mountain, rising to 826 m, is the second highest peak in Killarney National Park.
From the summit, there are magnificent panoramic views of Lough Leane, the Gap of Dunloe, and the rolling hills of Kerry. The mountain takes its name from the purple-tinted sandstone that glows beautifully in the sunlight.
The entire route is approximately 16 km long and should take 6–7 hours for an experienced hiker.
Meeting Point
We meet at Head of the Gap of Dunloe at 11:00 AM:
https://katekearneyscottage.com/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTvfAvCgZKVRHzN39
If plans change, you may park at Kate Kearney’s Cottage and start the hike from Tommies Peak, finishing at the Head of the Gap of Dunloe and then returning along the same route to Kate Kearney’s Cottage:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/e5Ecp1f4yHFHXQMv6
Route Plan (starting from Head of Dunloe)
Ascent to Glas Lough (472 m) with a short rest break.
Continue to the summit of Purple Mountain (832 m).
Then reach three nearby peaks:
Purple Mountain NE Top – 757 m
Shehy Mountain – 762 m
Tomies Mountain – 735 m
(overview map available in the “Discussion” section – points 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
After this section, we will take a short recovery break for freshly ground coffee at Rumi Cafe, followed by a group decision on whether to continue towards Kate Kearney’s Cottage Restaurant:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTvfAvCgZKVRHzN39
Return Route
If the group decides to continue, after the meal we will return via a less demanding route along the beautiful Black Lake and Augher Lake, enjoying the stunning scenery of the Dunloe valley all the way back to our parking point.
Please note that part of the return route follows a public road — special care is required. Walk on one side of the road only and stay together as a group.
Extended Option
If we still have the energy, an additional route is proposed via:
Strickeen, Cnoc an Bhraca, Cnoc na dTarbh, Drishana, and then descent back to our parking area.
The longest option is approximately 15–16 km and, including coffee and lunch breaks, may take up to 10 hours (estimated time).
Please bring comfy boots, torches, waterproof gear, water and something warm to drink.
https://www.relive.com/view/v8qVEBjG136
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/ireland/county-kerry/tomies-and-purple-mountain-loop
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/ireland/county-kerry/purple-mountain
Hostels:
https://www.tridentholidayhomes.ie/property/kerry/killarney/purple-mountain-holiday-home/331149/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/mMoMd9CbMGRxskgQ7
More info:
https://www.komoot.com/highlight/294709
https://www.discoverkerry.com/listing/purple-mountain/71030101/
https://www.roamwild.ie/service-page/purple-mountain
Dining:
1. Kate Kearney’s cottage
https://katekearneyscottage.com/
https://maps.app.goo.gl/u6VYAM4P1SuyVJA8A
2. Lord Brandos Lodge - location near the Gap of Dunloe
https://maps.app.goo.gl/WVbTYYy2N1zbga4f8
https://gapofdunloetours.com/blog/lord-brandons-cottage-your-killarney-adventure-starts-here/
