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Inis Muirígh
A well-preserved early Christian monastery on an uninhabited island, with small stone-walled chapels, beehive huts and the 'cursing stone'.
Inis Muirígh lies about 7 km off the coast. In the 6th century, St Molaise founded a monastery here. Within its stone walls are three small churches, beehive huts and an altar. The altar's 'cursing stone' is said to curse others when turned. The island's residents all left in 1948, and it is now uninhabited and a bird sanctuary. In summer, private boats run landing tours from Mullaghmore or Rosses Point. The tour takes about 4-5 hours and costs from about €50 per person. Book in advance, as weather determines whether the trip can go ahead. The island has no facilities, so bring your own water and food.
Opening hours
Summer boat trips (reservation required; weather permitting)
Nearby sights
- Streedagh Beach
- Lissadell House
- Rosses Point
- Coney Island (Sligo)
- Strandhill Beach
- Knocknarea & Queen Maeve's Cairn
- Drumcliffe Churchyard (Yeats's Grave)
- Benbulben