Ireland – known as the Island of Rainbows or the Emerald Isle – is rich in cultural heritage and rugged landscapes: wind-swept cliffs, picturesque bays, and dark moorlands, as well as castles and monasteries await discovery. Ancient traditions on one hand and vibrant cities with a lively music scene on the other shape the image of the country. In Dublin, one can marvel at one of the oldest books, the Book of Kells. You can walk in the footsteps of James Joyce's literary heroes and be inspired by Irish folk music. It is an ideal destination for hikers, cyclists, and culture enthusiasts. Follow the authors on extensive explorations across the island. Whether through Ireland's historic capital Dublin or to the southwest of the island along the coast from Cork to Limerick with its spectacular scenery, or through the barren and sparsely populated Connemara into County Mayo, which provided Heinrich Böll with a wealth of inspiration for his "Irish Diary.".