Iona Abbey
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Iona Abbey

Iona Abbey was founded by St Columba in 563 AD and became the cradle of Celtic Christianity, sending missionaries across Scotland and northern England. Restored in the 20th century, the abbey remains a place of profound peace and worship on the tiny Hebridean island. St Oran's Chapel and the ancient Reilig Odhrain burial ground — burial place of early Scottish kings — stand nearby.

Pilgrimage Route to Iona Abbey

Iona Pilgrimage

Island walks · Inner Hebrides, Scotland

Places to Stay Near Iona Abbey

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Iona Campsite

Isle of Iona, Inner Hebrides, Scotland, Iona

The only campsite on the Isle of Iona, a short walk from the village, ferry and Iona Abbey. Offers tent pitches with five toilets and five showers. Five minutes' walk from the beach. The perfect base for pilgrims visiting the cradle of Celtic Christianity and the monastery founded by St Columba in 563 AD.

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