Dundrum Castle in Dundrum Bay, County Louth, Ireland | Attraction | Castle

Dundrum Castle in Dundrum, Ireland is a historical site and key castle located above the town, built in the beginning of the 13th century by John de Courcy after his invasion of Ulster. With fine views overlooking Dundrum Bay and the Mourne mountains, the castle stands majestic on a rocky hill and is now a state care historic monument. Dundrum Castle is an important example of Norman architecture, complete with stone curtain and is a wonderful attraction to visit for tourists and schoolchildren, and even the subject of an archaeological television programme.