Carlow Castle
The remains of a 13th-century Norman fortress, largely destroyed by an explosive renovation.

šŸ“œ Remains of a 13th-century Norman fortress at the confluence of the Rivers Barrow and Burren in Carlow, Ireland.
šŸ” Construction attributed to William Marshal, known as 'the greatest knight who ever lived'.

Why Go

šŸ° Explore historical remains of a significant Norman castle.
šŸ’” Learn about its unique design, influenced by western France.
šŸŒ³ Witness the scale of what once stood through marked lost towers.
šŸ’° Free to visit and open 24/7.

Why Avoid

āš ļø Only the western wall and two towers remain due to demolition in 1814.
šŸ’¤ May feel quiet as it's largely ruins.

šŸ…æļø Parking

50c per hour.

Cost

šŸ’° Free to visit.

Hours

šŸ•’ Open 24/7.

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