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Dun Aonghasa is the main attraction on the Aran Islands. It is a prehistoric fort set on a 300-foot cliff and offers tremendous views. It is accessible by bike which is the most popular method of access.
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In Ireland and on the Aran Islands, you cycle on the left side of the road.
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Your return time is written on your ferry ticket. Check your ferry ticket. The return time is noted on your ticket.
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The island has always been popular for groups. Keep in mind, to cycle on the left-hand side of the road and in a single file. It is a good idea to stay at a comfortable speed.
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The Worm Hole has grown in popularity since the Red Bull World Cliff Diving Championship.
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Yes it is possible. Make sure you call the Ferry company. The telephone number is on your ferry ticket.
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The island has 80% phone coverage.
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An electric bike has battery-powered assist. An electric bike is not a motorcycle, it is battery operated which will assist you with your cycling.
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The battery on an electric bike will last for 50km which is sufficient to cycle all around the island.
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Yes. Aran Bike Hire welcomes and caters to groups.
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If you are uncertain one our specially trained staff would be glad to assist you in making the right decision on choosing a bike.
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The 15-minute walk is a requirement for anybody wishing to visit Dun Aonghasa and the cliffs.
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Aran Bike Hire provides roadside assistance. Details are on the complimentary map you receive when you hire a bike.
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Yes. It is possible to Camp & Glamp on Inis Mor Island. There are numerous types of accommodation available.
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All the bikes have gears, so as to make your day as pleasant as possible.
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Dun Aonghasa is a 30-minute cycle on a bike which is four miles away from Kilronan Pier, The Aran Islands
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Check your Ferry ticket, your return time is usually written on it.
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There are 2 options and both routes take 30 minutes; The main road to Dun Aonghasa has an incline This route offers amazing views.
Option 2 is the coast road which is virtually flat and takes you along the coastline of the island. The seal colony is on the coastal road. This is the option preferred by the most leisurely cyclists.
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We strongly recommend you wear a helmet and Aran Bike Hire provides them free of charge to the customer.
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There are two breaks on the bikes which are located on the handlebars.
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Use the left-hand break which operates the rear wheel. This may be different from your home country.
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Yes. There are many byroads off the beaten track where one can find wilderness and an abundance of wildlife. There are several isolated beaches.
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Yes, there is free wifi in the Spar food market which is en route to the fort and cliffs.
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Yes. Aran Bike Hire provides child seats free of charge.
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Aran Bike Hire also has Tagalong bikes and enclosed buggies which attach to the back of a bike. Aran Bike Hire also has a large selection of kid’s bikes which are very popular.
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Sunblock, bottles of water, are available in the Spar supermarket along with any other essentials or food and beverages you may need.
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All the bikes have gearing systems so as to make your day as pleasurable as possible
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Yes. This is one of the most popular day excursions in Ireland.
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Yes. You can walk anywhere on the island, including along the cliffs.
