Derryveagh Mountains

The Derryveagh Mountains (Irish: Cnoic Dhoire Bheatha) are the major mountain range in County Donegal, Ireland. It makes up much of the landmass of the county and is the area of Ireland with the lowest population density. The mountains separate the coastal parts of the county, such as Gweedore and Glenties, from the major inland towns such as Ballybofey and Letterkenny. Its highest peak is Errigal.[1]

Derryveagh Mountains
Irish: Cnoic Dhoire Bheatha
Loch Ghleann Bheatha in the grounds of the castle at Gleann Bheatha
Highest point
Elevation751 m (2,464 ft)
Coordinates55°01′N 8°03′W
Geography
CountryRepublic of Ireland
Provinces of IrelandUlster

See also

References

  1. "The mystery of the Poisoned Glen". Monreagh Heritage Centre. Retrieved 4 September 2016.
The Poisoned Glen from the R251 road, County Donegal.
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