Monasterboice Abbey
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About this place
The Monasterboice (Irish: Mainistir Bhuithe) ruins are the remains of an early Christian monastic settlement in County Louth in Ireland, north of Drogheda. The ruins are a national monument of Ireland and also give their name to the local village and to a civil parish of the same name.
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Visitor Information
- Heritage status
- Protected Heritage Site
Getting There & Parking
Monasterboice Abbey is located in County Louth, roughly 62 km (55 min drive) from Dublin. The nearest public car park is 103 m away (Free). Nearby highlights within a short drive include Muiredach's High Cross (0.0 km away).
Dublin62 km
~55 min driveBelfast124 km
~1h 50m drive
Nearest car park
Free
103 m from landmark
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