Wild Atlantic Way (Donegal) - TLL Road Trip Itinerary


Donegal has some of the most dreamy landscapes across Ireland! From endless beaches, to stunning cliffs. This county is the perfect place to discover the unspoiled beauty of Ireland.

Hop in your TLL Rental, use Sligo as your starting base and drive all the way up to Fanad Ahead lighthouse!

This Section of the Wild Atlantic Way is roughly 228km (142miles) in length and takes around 4 hours 40mins to drive, without stopping. However, it’s always better to take your time and experience the culture Donegal has to offer!

You'll find our map below and at the bottom of the page!

Visiting

Slieve League Cliffs

Visit Slieve League Cliffs The highest marine cliffs in Europe! Glengesh Pass View the peaceful vally Tullan Strand Cliffs which have formed bizarre shapes	Eat at Olde Castle Bar & Red Hugh's Restaurant Pub grub, locally-sourced fish & seafood Ahoy Cafe Perfect for a traditional Irish fry! Charlie's West End Cafe Traditional homecooking with locally sourced fish
Stay at Tullan Strand

Starting in Sligo take the coastal road north, Mullaghmore might just stop you in your tracks - go ahead, park up and taken in this beautiful sea-side village. Mullaghmore is home to the impressive Classiebawn Castle.

Bundoran town is the gateway to Donegal and the first landmark in county Donegal when you drive the Wild Atlantic Way, South to North. A prime surfing destination, Bundoran was listed by the National Geographic, 2012 as one of the World’s Top 20 Surf Towns!

 

Close to Bundoran you’ll find the Fairy Bridges. These are considered a hidden gem on the Wild Atlantic Way! We recommend you visit the Bundoran Wishing Chair. Wishers are advised to sit down slowly holding on to both “arms” of the chair and pause to take in the stunning scenery.

 

 

 

Visit Slieve League Cliffs The highest marine cliffs in Europe! Glengesh Pass View the peaceful vally Tullan Strand Cliffs which have formed bizarre shapes	Eat at Olde Castle Bar & Red Hugh's Restaurant Pub grub, locally-sourced fish & seafood Ahoy Cafe Perfect for a traditional Irish fry! Charlie's West End Cafe Traditional homecooking with locally sourced fish
Stay at Tullan Strand

 

 
Following around the coast and passing through Donegal town, you’ve made your way to Slieve League Cliffs. These breath-taking cliffs are some of the highest & finest marine cliffs in Europe. Hike to the top and you will experience terrific views of the Atlantic Ocean, the Sligo Mountains & Donegal Bay. These cliffs are three times higher than the Cliffs of Moher!

 

Travelling North, we recommend stopping off at Carrickfinn Beach. An extensive sandy beach located in Gweedore Bay in the heart of the Irish speaking area known as Rosses. This beach is popular for dolphin watching from the shore. In this part of Ireland make sure you keep an eye out for signs saying Trá (this means “beach” in Irish).

 

 

Following the Wild Atlantic Way north you will find Glenveagh National Park. A 16,000-hectare park located in the heart of the Derryveagh Mountains. This wild oasis offers beautiful hiking trails and is the home of the largest herd of red deer in Ireland! Access to this park is free.

 

Whether you own your own motorhome or you need to hire a campervan, there are so many trails worth traveling in Northern Ireland and beyond. So what are you waiting for? Map your route and plan your next motorhome trip with Thompson Leisure today. 

 

We are always happy to provide any insight or advice regarding the best motorhome routes, depending on the length of your holiday and your holiday budget. Our staff has seen it all so no question or inquiry is too big or too small. Reach out today.