The keep
Tall.
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Cahir Castle is one of the largest castles in Ireland, set on an island in the River Suir in the centre of Cahir town, County Tipperary, southern Ireland, about 57 km northwest of Waterford and 57 km southeast of Limerick in a straight line. Building began in 1142, and the core of the present structure dates from the 13th century. It was granted to the Butler family in the late 14th century, who enlarged and remodelled it between the 15th and 17th centuries. It fell into ruin in the late 18th century, was partly restored in the 1840s, and is now well preserved. Grey battlemented stone walls and towers rise straight from the rock above the river, mirrored in the calm water, crowned by a tall square keep. Green meadows and trees line the riverbank on the west side. Visitors explore the courtyards, towers and halls, watch an audiovisual show and join guided tours. Many walk the riverside path to a nearby Swiss cottage, and the castle makes a good stop on the road between Dublin and Cork.
Tall.
In the river.
To the Swiss cottage.
Cahir town centre, County Tipperary, Ireland
About one to two hours.
Yes, between Dublin and Cork.