Connemara Smokehouse: A Taste of Tradition
Experience the taste of the Wild Atlantic Way at Connemara Smokehouse, where traditional methods meet the finest smoked seafood.
Experience the authentic flavors of the Irish coast at the Connemara Smokehouse, a family-run business since 1979. Sample traditionally smoked wild Atlantic seafood and learn about the craft that has made them famous.
A brief summary to Connemara Smokehouse, Factory Shop & Cafe
- The Pier, Ballyconneely, Aillebrack, Co. Galway, H71 KR29, IE
- +3539523739
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during the summer for tours and demonstrations of the smoking process.
- Check out the cafe for coffee, refreshments, and lunch with stunning sea views.
- Purchase Connemara Smokehouse products online if you can't make it to the factory shop.
Getting There
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Driving
From Ballyconneely, head towards Aillebrack. The Connemara Smokehouse is located at Bunowen Pier, clearly signposted. Parking is available near the pier. Note that parking might be limited during peak season. There are no parking costs.
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Public Transport
From Galway, take the Citylink bus to Clifden. From Clifden, take bus 432 towards Ballyconneely. Alight at Ballyconneely and walk or take a short taxi ride to Bunowen Pier. A single bus fare from Galway to Clifden is approximately €11-€16. The local bus from Clifden to Ballyconneely is included in that fare. A taxi from Ballyconneely to the Smokehouse would be approximately €10-€15.
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