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Burren Nature Sanctuary
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Explore the Burren Nature Sanctuary Interpretive Trail which, showcases features of Burren geology and biodiversity through interpretive panels and audio tour.  

Discover fossils from ancient tropical seas in the limestone rocks formed over millions of years. Identify seasonal wild flowers growing in the spaces between the rocks. Look out for butterflies and orchids in the organic meadow; migratory birds at the Turlough, a freshwater tidal lake that empties every 11 hours and is a rare phenomenon. Stroll through the hedgerow of native Irish trees lining the ancient green road or boreen.

Connect with nature, yourself and each other in the peace and tranquility of this ancient landscape. Visit the Botany Bubble, home to the National Botanical Collection of unique and diverse Burren flora, where seasonal Alpine, Mediterranean, Arctic and tropical plants grow alongside native Irish wildflowers.  Meet the farm animals: donkeys, pigs and sheep. Say hello to Frisky the feral Burren goat.  Find the fairy houses in the native Hazel Woodland. Relax in the Sanctuary Café, enjoy fresh local produce.

 

Highlights include:
  • Looped Nature Trail
  • Farm pets
  • Orchid rich wildflower meadow
  • Botanical Exhibit

Visitor Information

Open Year Round

October to March 
Wed-Sun 10:00 to 18:00


April to September 
Daily 10:00 to 18:00


Open Bank Holidays & School Mid-Term Breaks

 

 

Contact Details

Cloonasee, Kinvara, Co Galway

T. +353 (0)91 637 444
E: hello@burrennaturesanctuary.ie
W: www.burrennaturesanctuary.ie

 

Closed: January

Last admission: 17:00 

Approx. visit duration: Allow at least 90 minutes

Footwear: Some of the footpaths are uneven; appropriate footwear is advised.

Admission Prices 2019

Adult: €8.00
Seniors (aged 65+): €6.00
Child (aged 4 and over): €11.00
Child (under 3): €6.00
Family (2 Adults and 3 Children) €37.00
 

 

Other Useful Information

LANGUAGES
Leaflets and Audio Guides in English

DINING / REFRESHMENTS
Sanctuary Cafe: Lunch served 12:00 to 16:45, Cakes and coffee 10:00 to 17:30.

SHOPPING
Avoca Gift Shop, craft products, pottery, candles, blankets, children's toys

PARKING
Free car and coach parking on site.

ACCESSIBILITY
The Sanctuary is partially wheelchair accessible. Hazel Woodland and Fairy Village are not wheelchair accessible.

GROUPS
Groups welcome. Pre-booking required for groups of 10 or over. Please send enquiries to siobhan@burrennaturesanctuary.ie.

ACCOLADES & AWARDS

2017 Geopark LIFE A well-understood Heritage Award

2016 Irish Responsible Tourism Award

2014 Visitor Interpretation Award

2018 Trip Advisor No.1 thing to do in Kinvara

 

Map Location

Located in the picturesque village of Kinvara, along the Wild Atlantic Way, ideally situated en-route from Galway or Dublin to the Burren and Cliffs of Moher Geopark. 60 km from Shannon Airport.

 

 

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