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21 Mizen Head views that will scare the complete bejaysus out of you

By Yay Cork August 12, 2018June 6, 2018

There’s nothing like standing on a windy cliff face, peering into a rocky abyss to shake off the cobwebs.

Make your way west to Mizen Head, Ireland’s most southwesterly point, and descend the 99 steps to the iconic bridge that spans the gorge below.

Here’s 21 fecking terrifying shots taken by Instagrammers who braved the void.

Take care en route. The locals are savage.

A post shared by Geraldine McDonald (@geraldinemcdonald89) on Mar 18, 2017 at 12:37pm PDT

Artsy signage. So far, so good…

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It starts with spectacular sea views…

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Oh, and a major workout for little legs.

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There are plenty of ancient rock formations to help you ponder your existence on the way.

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Until, through the mist, the spiky gateway appears…

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On the other side? THIS.

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We repeat.

A post shared by Fabrizio Cacialli (@gibmix) on Sep 12, 2017 at 10:47am PDT


This is what you’re dealing with.

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Resist the urge to do this…

A post shared by Cllr Christopher O’Sullivan (@chris_o_sull) on Aug 9, 2017 at 11:59am PDT

If you’ve ever had vertigo it’s probably best not to look down.

A post shared by Lorraine (@luraynemarie) on Sep 1, 2017 at 3:53pm PDT

To recap, you are here.

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To distract yourself, picture spending the night in a house that is sliding off a cliff face.

A post shared by Jahna Cihlars (@jahna_c) on Aug 28, 2017 at 2:24pm PDT

La la la la la lala…

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Back to reality and it’s not so bad from the sides…

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It’s mind over matter really, right?

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But be warned, there’s no avoiding what’s under your feet…

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NOPE.

A post shared by Joris Bakhuis (@jorisbakhuis) on Jun 2, 2017 at 4:36am PDT

Okay thanks, bye.

A post shared by Helle Helsner (@hellehelsnerh2studio) on Apr 29, 2017 at 11:03am PDT

Hold on tight to guard rail as you take in the very edge of Ireland.

A post shared by Daniel Stokłosa (@morormoo) on May 2, 2017 at 5:36am PDT

Your death-defying selfie awaits…

A post shared by Cristiana Mancini (@namelessabby) on Feb 25, 2017 at 6:21am PST

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