Donegal tourism has gained more international acclaim after being named as one of the 7 Wonders of Ireland for 2026.
The prestigious Condé Nast Traveller lists the north west corner of the county as one of the most magical parts of Ireland to visit this year.
The travel guide picks out Tory Island, Dunfanaghy, Glenveagh and Fanad Lighthouse and a hike up Errigal as some of the standout experiences awaiting visitors.
“Even by the wild and rugged standards of Ireland’s Atlantic coast, Donegal feels like a place apart – and its northwest corner is as remote as it gets. Yet the rewards here are mighty,” writes author Grainne McBride.
She highlights Glenveagh National Park as a “spectacular wilderness”, with its gothic castle and pristine landscape home to Ireland’s largest herd of native red deer as well as reintroduced golden eagles.
McBride also points to the distinctive triangular shape of Errigal mountain, which she says can be climbed in around two hours, leaving time afterwards to enjoy the long sandy beaches of Dunfanaghy.
Tory Island, located six miles offshore, is described as a full-day adventure for taking Iron Age forts and monastic ruins, as well as the island’s legendary céilís and late-night trad sessions.
Back on the mainland, Fanad Lighthouse also earns a mention, and a stay in a restored lighthouse keeper’s cottage comes highly recommended.
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