Fiddaun Castle, Ireland

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Year: 16 century.

Fiddaun Castle is considered one of the most significant historical attractions in Ireland, even though it is in a dilapidated state. This castle was built in the middle of the 16th century. Only the tower and a few residential buildings remain from the historical building today. The castle is located near the Bay of Dou and Lake Lough Aslaun in an incredibly beautiful natural area. Fiddaun is notable because it is one of four preserved O'Shaughnessy castles.

Sir Roger Gilla was the founder of this castle. He built a fortress on a rocky cliff. A water channel located nearby served as a natural protection for it. The castle's owner, Sir William Brooke O'Shaughnessy, was forced to flee persecution to France in the late 17th century. The castle was confiscated after his departure. However, the O'Shaughnessy family officially remained the owners of the castle until 1729. The luxurious six-story castle once had an incredibly beautiful exterior and interior decoration. It has lost much of its former greatness over the past 300 years.

However, some elements of the design managed to survive after hundreds of years. You can see the loophole windows on the third-floor level today. Part of the defensive wall is also preserved in the castle. Excursion to the Fiddaun Castle will appeal to those who love hiking in the beautiful natural places. The castle is located on a small hill. Wonderful panoramic views of the lake and the nearby village of Tubber can be enjoyed from the surrounding area. The village of Tubber is also interesting for its historical attractions. Many buildings of different eras have been preserved in it.

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ATM bankomat: 'Bank of Ireland' located in 7 km (

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Car rental office: 'Banner Cars' is located in 18 km (

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Fuel station: 'Corrib Oil Company Limited' in 7 km

Supermarket: 'SuperValu Gort - Minihane's' in 7.1 km

Parking: 'Station Rd Parking' in 7 km

Apotheek: 'Dalys Pharmacy' in 7.11 km

Police station: 'An Garda Síochána' in 19 km

Cafe/restaurant: 'Auburn Lodge Hotel' in 17 km

Railway station: 'Gort Train Station' in 7 km

Nearest airports:
» Galway Airport GWY - in 32 km

» Inisheer Airport INQ - in 34 km

» Shannon Airport SNN - in 35 km

» Inishmaan Airport IIA - in 46 km

» Inishmore Aerodrome Airport IOR - in 58 km

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"The Lady Gregory Hotel, Swan Leisure Club & Spa"

Located in 7 km from Fiddaun Castle
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Rooms: 87

The hotel has easy access to Galway and Connemara to the North, and Clare - with the Burren and Cliffs of Moher, to the South. Gort Golf Course is … More: photo, rates and booking

Fallon's Bed & Breakfast

Located in 14 km from Fiddaun Castle
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Rooms: 6

Cosy rooms at Fallon's Bed & Breakfast include tea and coffee making facilities. En suite bathrooms feature free toiletries and a hairdryer and … More: photo, rates and booking

Kinvara Inn B&B

Located in 15 km from Fiddaun Castle
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Rooms: 6

Each spacious room includes a TV, along with tea and coffee facilities. The private bathrooms feature free toiletries and hairdryers. Some rooms … More: photo, rates and booking

Ardilaun Guesthouse

Located in 16 km from Fiddaun Castle
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Rooms: 10

Rooms at Ardilaun Guesthouse are elegant in style and many boast picturesque views of the river. Features include satellite TV and tea and coffee … More: photo, rates and booking

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