If you happen to find yourself in County Mayo looking for a unique nature experience, Clare Island is by far and away my top recommendation. This small island (20min ferry ride Roonah Quay) is the perfect destination if you're interested in taking a step back from everyday life. 

I went to C.I. by myself in September of 2015 and got extremely lucky. Perfect weather and some encounters with the lovely locals enriched my experience immensely. My geocaching experience stretched over only about 8 hours but it was one of the most rewarding times I ever had. I took a taxi out to the western section of the island (15€) and hiked from GC89F7 to the summit of Mt. Knockmore, where I logged "the Big Hill". The views up there where unfathomably breathtaking and awe-inspiring. In the distance Croak Patrick reminded me of the physical strains I had gone through the day before, but it was all worth it at this point. 

Nuff said! This island is a magical place! Go see for yourself!!





"the Big Hill"

Behind this simple mystery hides a truly unique container in a high-profile setting. Bring a few travel bags and be prepared to have your mind blown ;)

:D DUS International TB-Hotel

172 Steps

Certainly not a cache for everyone but if you love lost places and can handle huge WWII bunkers this might be the place for you. There are about half a dozen similar structures in the immediate surroundings but only about half of them are accessible. Bring boots, flashlights, lots of batteries and DO NOT EVER ATTEMPT THIS BY YOURSELF!!! If you follow these rules you are in for a treat of epic proportions!

1EF - Abri de Vekring

This is what geocaching is all about in my eyes. Finding an unsual and quirky location, and using a cache to show it to others. Great cache that will bring a smile to your face. I promise! :D

21,5 Millionen Exemplare

This multi-mystery is an adventure like no other. Seriously!! You have to be an experienced cacher with a strong team behind you to successfully master this iconic cache. Expect to spend several hours to prepare for this 6-7 hour odyssey through the night-time setting of downtown Frankfurt. 

Many have tried, many have failed . . . but it is one of the most intense and rewarding caching experiences you will ever have. Not to be taken lightly!! German language skills absolutely necessary!

The epitome of what virtual caches are supposed to be like: a peculiarity at an Irish cemetery in the middle of the rugged countryside . . .

A Virtual Day in Kerry

Asterix in Monschau

Even though I have only completed close to 25 Wherigo Caches this was definitely one of the best ones so far. The setting is one of a kind for a WIG and the clever story is incorporated to perfection. If I remember correctly it used to be a German language only WIG but better check for yourself prior . . . 

Ausbrecher-Cache-Asperg

[WIG] Ausbrecher-Cache-Asperg (2011)

A lonely cache in the middle of some stunning scenery which can be reached by a pretty bumpy road.

Barley Lake

A webcam right by the beach where you can draw creative messages in the sand . . . what's not to love!! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit in the early hours of a crips January morning back in 2013. Oh, and it's the only one of its kind in all of Belgium. Another incentive ;)

Beach Paradise

Beachy Head Earth Cache

Birling Gap and the Seven Sisters

Bridal Veil Falls

A great cache to get to know the city of Brugge better. Back in 2013 we completed it late in the evening and enjoyed the very special atmosphere the city has to offer. 

Brugge : Belle Lettere

Canale Grande

This letterbox hybrid is still my favorite one to this day. Back in 2012 we decided to walk in the footsteps of Germany's literary elite at nighttime and had an amazing time throughout. The generous final is an absolute treat and perfectly placed! Visit one of the many pubs afterwards!

Das Weimarer Viergestirn - Letterbox und TB-Hotel

Deep Darkness

An infamous Wherigo in the heart of Trier, the oldest town in Germany. You should be fluent in German to follow the instructions that will lead you to and past almost every important sight. Furthermore, there are quite a few fun twists that will keep bringing a smile to your face . . .  

Der Rock ist fott

A memorable night cache that ultimately leads you to sacred celtics remains. It can get foggy at times in the area which will result in a spooky atmosphere. It is a bit of a hike and you should definitely wear sturdy shoes! As with most other multi caches in the area, you will have to know German to successfully complete it...

Der Teufel vom Hunnenring! Nachtcache!

This is supposed to be a more or less complete list of all my favorite caches that I had the pleasure of logging during my first 5 years of caching. It can be seen as a guidebook for cachers from all walks of life which will hopefully provide a lot of fun suggestions and help people seek out some truly special finds.

Since early 2011 I've been fortunate enough to visit 20 countries, go on several memorable caching trips with friends and family, and record close to 3800 finds. However, I truly hope that my 30s will open up more opportunities to travel and geocache in a variety of places around the globe. 

Stay tuned for continued additions to a list that will never be an exhaustive account of the awesomeness that lies out there, hidden in the geocaching world . . . 

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