Carlingford
Ireland · LeinsterIE
Town on the Cooley Peninsula, County Louth, Ireland
Carlingford is a coastal town and civil parish in northern County Louth, Ireland. For the purposes of local government, the town is part of the Dundalk Municipal District. It is situated on the southern shore of Carlingford Lough with Slieve Foy mountain as a backdrop, sometimes known as Carlingford Mountain. It is the main town on the Cooley Peninsula. Located on the R176/R173 roads between Greenore and Omeath village, Carlingford is approximately 27 km (17 mi) north east from Dundalk, 90 km (56 mi) north of Dublin and 11 km (7 mi) south of the border with County Armagh in Northern Ireland. Carlingford won the Irish Tidy Towns Competition in 1988. The town lies within the Barony of Dundalk Lower.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Coordinates
- 54.040, -6.188
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
- Elevation
- 1 m
Overview of Carlingford
Carlingford — a destination in Leinster, Ireland — is worth a place on your map. Carlingford is strongest on nature, adventure and nightlife. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Carlingford
Nature in Carlingford
(8)Nature lovers get Countryside, Forest, Lakes, Natural Places and Nature. It is a direct read of Carlingford's activity profile. There are 8 tagged experiences in this group.
Adventure in Carlingford
(5)Looking for adventure? Carlingford has Abseiling, Adventure, Adventure Parks, Escape Room and Off Road Trails. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Carlingford.
Nightlife in Carlingford
(4)Our data lists Bars, Disco, Nightlife and Pubs as nightlife options here. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. Straight from the activity profile stored for Carlingford.
Sports in Carlingford
(4)Carlingford records Biking, Hiking, Hiking Trails and Walking Trails under sports. It is a direct read of Carlingford's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Water Sports in Carlingford
(3)Our data lists Rafting, Sailboats and Swimming as water sports options here. Each one is worth building half a day around. Straight from the activity profile stored for Carlingford.
Culture in Carlingford
(1)Looking for culture? Carlingford has Docks. Plan them together and you have a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Carlingford.
Family in Carlingford
(1)Under family, Carlingford is tagged with Playgrounds. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Carlingford.
More to do in Carlingford
(1)Carlingford records Secret under other activities. These entries mirror the activity data we hold for Carlingford. These pair well with anything else on this page.
Best time to visit Carlingford
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
Carlingford rewards a slow approach — a hub in Leinster, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Dublin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Carlingford that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Carlingford known for?
- Travellers associate Carlingford with nature, adventure and nightlife. It sits in Leinster, Ireland.
- What can you do in Carlingford?
- Carlingford is tagged with Countryside, Forest, Lakes, Natural Places and Nature, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Carlingford?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes. April to June and September to October keeps outdoor plans comfortable. Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Carlingford located?
- Carlingford belongs to Leinster, Ireland, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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