The (almost) Impossible Causeway Puzzle

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A unique and challenging 32-piece jigsaw puzzle inspired by the Giant's CausewayThe iconic Giant’s Causeway, on the north Antrim coast of Northern Ireland, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site attracting over one million visitors a year.

The (almost) Impossible Causeway Puzzle was developed to appeal to this tourist market and those seeking a souvenir as unique as the basalt causeway itself.

Growing up in Northern Ireland I visited these stones many times in my childhood. I have returned regularly over the years with friends and first-time visitors and carry fond memories of each visit. The (almost) Impossible Causeway Puzzle was developed from an early prototype I created as a gift for my puzzle-loving father on his 80th birthday.

The puzzle employs the hexagonal geometry of the causeway stones in a simple configuration that belies the challenge and complexity of the solution. That solution lies in correctly arranging the 32 randomly shaped pieces, referencing the 32 counties of Ireland, to form a map of Ireland. The hexagonal box is held in the closed position with magnetic clasps but becomes an integral component of the puzzle itself as the box folds out to reveal an outline of Ireland printed on the inside faces as the solution template. The external graphics are simple and, with a single color print, again employ the hexagonal motif to create a stylized map of the internationally recognizable outline of Ireland.