Gweedore

Gweedore is a destination in Ulster, Ireland. Gweedore (Irish: Gaoth Dobhair, 'Windy Bay') is a Gaeltacht (Irish-speaking) region in north-west Donegal. It is the largest Irish-speaking district in Ireland and the cultural heartland of Donegal's traditional music, with a strong tradition of fiddle playing and song. The area is renowned for its dramatic coastal and mountain scenery, including the iconic Errigal Mountain. Gweedore has a range of pubs, restaurants, and a thriving local arts scene.

By Car

The most practical way to reach Gweedore is by car. Ulster (IE-U) is best explored with your own transport, as public connections are limited. The main roads are the N15 (Sligo–Donegal–Letterkenny), N13 (Letterkenny–Stranorlar), N14 (Letterkenny–Lifford), and N2 (Dublin–Monaghan–Letterkenny), all of which are good quality. Minor roads in Donegal are often narrow and winding — allow extra travel time.

By Train

There is no rail service within Ulster (IE-U). The nearest train stations are in Sligo (for Donegal) and Dundalk/Drogheda (for Cavan and Monaghan), where connecting buses are available. Irish Rail operates services to these stations from Dublin Connolly and Dublin Heuston.

By Bus

Bus Éireann operates services from Dublin and other major cities to Letterkenny, Donegal Town, Cavan, and Monaghan. Local bus services connect smaller towns but are infrequent, especially on Sundays. Advance route planning is essential, particularly for reaching remote coastal areas.

By Air

Donegal Airport (CFN) at Carrickfinn has flights from Dublin operated by Aer Lingus Regional. Ireland West Airport Knock (NOC) in County Mayo is an alternative for visitors to south Donegal. Dublin Airport (DUB) is about 2–2.5 hours' drive from Cavan and Monaghan.

Gweedore is compact enough to explore on foot. For exploring the surrounding countryside and nearby attractions, a car is essential. The region's public transport network is limited, so advance planning is necessary for bus-based travel. In Donegal, the stunning coastal scenery rewards drivers willing to take the slower, more scenic routes.

Dungloe for accommodation in The Rosses further south.

Connect

As of Aug 2021, Three has the best signal, and you might even get 5G. Eir and Vodafone have basic mobile coverage along the road from Letterkenny but nothing further north.

Golf:

Gweedore GC is on the coast by Derrybeg, looking out to Gola Island. It's 5607 m, par 71, visitor round €20.

Cloughaneely GC is a nine-hole course at Falcarragh.

Dunlewey Kayaking venture out on Dunlewey Lough.

Practice your Irish: any attempts will be appreciated in this Gaeltacht area.

Earagail Arts Festival is held in July at various venues across the northwest of the county.

Pepper's Diner in Bunbeg is open Su-Th 10AM-9PM, F Sa 10AM-8PM.

Teach Hiudái Beag ,

Bunbeg ,

☏

+353 74 953 1016 .

Daily 11AM-midnight .

Cosy atmospheric pub often has trad music.   ( updated Aug 2021 )

Sean Óg Bar and Teach Mhicí are also in Bunbeg.

Most B&Bs around Gweedore remained closed in 2021.

Court Hotel

( An Cúirt ),

Gweedore

( on N56 ),

☏

+353 74 953 2900 .

This is a pleasant hotel in a great location, but the revamp is still a work in progress.

B&B double €130 .   ( updated Aug 2021 )

Poisoned Glen House ,

Moneybeg, Dunlewey F92 PE02

( By Dunlewey Centre ),

☏

+353 86 823 4449 .

Welcoming small B&B at foot of Mount Errigal.

B&B double €80 .   ( updated Aug 2021 )

Bunbeg House ,

The Harbour, Bunbeg F92 PX80 ,

☏

+353 74 953 1305 .

Comfy B&B in a converted corn mill, with bar and bistro.

B&B double €100 .   ( updated Aug 2021 )

Teac Campbell is a B&B 2 km north of Bunbeg.

Teac Jack ,

Glassagh F92 CD71 ,

☏

+353 74 953 1173 .

Smart B&B with good food.

B&B double €110 .   ( updated Aug 2021 )

Gallagher's Food Store in Derrybeg is open M-F 7:30AM-8PM, Sa 7:30AM-7PM, Su 7:30AM-4PM.

Sail to the islands: to Arranmore from Burtonport, to Gola Island from Bunbeg or to Tory Island from Magheroarty.

Letterkenny is the hub for most of Donegal.

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