Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge is a famous rope bridge near
Ballintoy in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. The bridge links the
mainland to the tiny island of Carrickarede. It spans 20 metres and
is 30 metres above the rocks below.
Suspended almost 100 ft (30 m) above sea level,
the Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge was first erected by salmon
fishermen 350 years ago. Today it is a popular tourist
destination, attracting thousands of thrill-seekers (and
birdwatchers!) to the North Coast every year.
If you are bold enough to cross the 65 ft (20 m) bridge,
stretching from the mainland to 'Rocky Island', you will
be rewarded with fantastic views of Rathlin Island, Scotland
and the Causeway Coast. Get a bird's eye view of the
clear, green water flowing around the ancient caves
and caverns far below - if you dare to look down.
