Rucksack Readers

The Kerry Way is one of Ireland’s longest waymarked Ways, and arguably its finest. It runs for about 130 miles (210 km) through Ireland's most spectacular mountain landscapes, starting and finishing in the town of Killarney. Dramatic peaks and glens, wild moorlands, loughs and windswept passes blend with extensive coastal panoramas. The complete walk takes about nine days, but it can easily be shortened. Each section ends at a village or town with welcoming Irish pubs and B&Bs.

The Wicklow Way is Ireland's first and most popular waymarked long-distance walk, running 81 miles between Dublin and Clonegal, with varied and scenic walking on the flanks of the Wicklow mountains. This third edition provides detailed mapping, many updates and fresh photos.

Ireland's Causeway Coast Way runs for 32 miles (51 km) of unspoiled scenery past the legendary Giant's Causeway. The route offers easy-going walking, welcoming B&Bs and pubs and it combines well with a trip to Rathlin Island. This book has clear route maps and directions, with features on the Giant's Causeway and Rathlin Island, and is lightweight.