The tallest of the Seven Sisters in County Donegal, Mount Errigal is part of the larger Derryveagh Mountain Range and is considered to be one of the most iconic mountains in Ireland. Situated in the remote north-west of Ireland, Mount Errigal lies in the country’s most sparsely populated region, making this an exquisite place to escape.
With a name that wouldn’t look out of place in The Lord of the Rings, the mountain itself is as equally as magical. Visit at sunset and you will see that Mount Errigal glows a mysterious iridescent pink as the sun descends behind the horizon. The cause of this beautiful phenomenon is the light reflecting off Mount Errigal’s high levels of quartzite.
Although Mount Errigal is over 2,400 feet high, to climb it requires no special equipment. Nevertheless, as it has numerous scree fields and the weather can be unpredictable, it is advised to wear clothing suitable for a rough hike.
Once you reach the peak of this gem in the Derryveagh Range, you will be treated to the most unbelievable panoramic views of the County Donegal landscape below. Complete with mirror-like lakes and the smaller mountains of the Seven Sisters rising up from the nearby countryside, this humbling view will undoubtedly put life into perspective.
Accessible via the R251 road and with a car park conveniently located near the bottom, Mount Errigal is an absolute must for keen hikers coming to County Donegal.
