Road R319 Travels by Hairpins to the Edge of the Sea

R319 is a very scenic road located in Achill Island, situated off the coast of County Mayo in Ireland. The drive travels by hairpin turns to the edge of the sea. It’s one of the best coastal drives in the world. 

R319

How Long is Road R319?

Located in the western part of the country, this busy regional road is 35.4 km (22.0 mi) long, running along the shore most exposed to the Atlantic. This cliff road provides some quite magnificent views.

Is Road R319 Paved?

The road is fully paved. Be aware of pedestrians, traffic, and possibly sheep. It’s narrow with some bridges. The road gets progressively narrower and windier until it terminates at a large car park towards the western end of the island.

Where Does Road R319 Start and End?

The road runs east-west from Mallaranny (a seaside village on the isthmus between Clew Bay and Blacksod Bay) to Toorglass West.

 

 

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