Perhaps the proudest claim to fame is that Cong was the setting for "The Quiet Man" movie.
A modern hostel near the beautiful shores of Loughs Corrib, Cara and Mask. The area is rich in archaeology and history with St. Patrick's Church, Cong Abbey and Ashford Castle along with stone circles and high crosses nearby.
Bus: Bus Eireann: Galway - Ballina service. Alight at Cong ( Ashford Castle Gates). Facing the gates, go left on the R345 and take the next right. Hostel is on the right hand side.
Road/Car:
From Cong (2km): Take the Headford/Galway Rd past Ashford Castle Gates. Take the next turn right, the hostel is on your right after the cemetery/graveyard.
From Galway : before entering Cong, look for hostel sign at the start of a high wall and turn left