Where Is the Seven Bridges Road? Connemara, County Galway, Ireland

The Seven Bridges Road (locally known as the L7403 or Maam Cross to Leenaun road) winds through the Connemara region of County Galway, Ireland.

Route Highlights

• Starts: Leenaun (Leenane) village, at the head of Killary Harbour.
• Follows: The southern shore of Killary Harbour — Ireland's only true fjord (glacial valley flooded by sea).
• Crosses: Seven stone bridges over streams cascading from the Maumturk Mountains.
• Ends: Near Maam Cross, connecting to the N59.

Why It's Special

• Dramatic mountain-meets-fjord scenery.
• Rich cultural landscape: Irish-speaking (Gaeltacht), traditional farms, peat bogs.
• Featured in films (The Quiet Man) and literature.
• Popular for cycling, driving, and photography.

Practical Tips

Narrow road—drive slowly, use pull-ins. Best in daylight; weather changes fast. Combine with Killary Harbour boat tour or Diamond Hill hike (Letterfrack).