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Clare Island
訪問に最適な時期
May through September for the most reliable ferry crossings and warmer weather. Visit on a weekday to have the island trails nearly to yourself.
予算のヒント
Return ferry costs about €20 per adult. The abbey and tower house are free to explore, so the only real expense is transport and any food you buy at the island's one pub or cafe.
おすすめ対象
History lovers who want pirate stories and medieval art, Cyclists and walkers seeking quiet coastal trails, Photographers chasing wild Atlantic light and ruins
訪問時間の計画
Full day (5-7 hours including ferry)
概要
クイックファクト: クレア島修道院の墓地には約4000人が埋葬されているが、島の現在の人口は約130人である。この島は16世紀に伝説の海賊女王グラニュエイル（グレース・オマリー）の拠点として機能し、彼女の家族の墓は修道院の壁内にある。
見どころ: 海賊女王グラニュエイルの修道院には、360年前の見事なフレスコ画の天井があり、アイルランド全体で現存する中世の教会フレスコ画はわずか2つしかない。見上げると、長年の塩の噴霧と放置を生き延びてきた、描かれた天使、星、神話上の獣たちを見ることができる。
インサイダーヒント
- Rent a bike at the pier as soon as you arrive: the island is 10 km long and cycling is the best way to cover ground between sights.
- Bring rain gear and layers even on sunny mornings: Atlantic weather shifts fast and the exposed western side catches serious wind.
- Walk to the top of Knockmore for a 360-degree view of Clew Bay's 365 islands, one for every day of the year.
- Time your visit to see the abbey when the light streams through its east window: mid-afternoon sun lights the fresco ceiling best.
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