Taobh an Leithid [Tievealehid]

About Taobh an Leithid [Tievealehid]

Tucked between the coast and the Derryveagh Mountains, this broad, peat-clad Marilyn offers a wild and trackless experience. While the terrain is heavy underfoot, the summit provides an exceptional profile of Errigal to the east and the intricate, island-studded coastline of The Rosses stretching out toward the Atlantic.

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• •The Irish name Taobh an Leithid translates as "the side of the slope" or "the broad side," a literal description of the hill’s bulky profile when viewed from the nearby Gweedore valley.
• •Despite its modest height, the hill is an excellent vantage point for the "Seven Sisters" range, offering clear views across to the quartzite peaks of Aghla Beg and Muckish.
• •Reaching the summit usually involves navigating a labyrinth of peat hags and heather, as there are no established paths leading from the surrounding bogland to the high point.
• •The climb provides a classic Donegal experience where the terrain is remarkably spongy, even by local standards, often requiring more effort than the 429m elevation suggests.