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Iveragh Peninsula Essentials
The Iveragh Peninsula encompasses the iconic Ring of Kerry, featuring Ireland’s highest mountain, Carrauntoohil, and the country's first national park in Killarney. This circuit includes well-preserved Iron Age stone forts like Staigue and Cahergal, alongside dramatic Atlantic viewpoints at the Kerry Cliffs and Coomakista. Notable sites include the 19th-century Derrynane House, the glacial valley of the Gap of Dunloe, and the expansive sandy stretches of Derrynane and Rossbeigh beaches.
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Peaks and Panoramas
The Iveragh Peninsula's rugged landscape is home to Ireland’s highest mountain range, the MacGillycuddy's Reeks. This collection highlights Carrauntoohil, rising to 1,038 meters, alongside the serrated ridges of The Big Gun and Purple Mountain. Key vantage points include Ladies View, named for Queen Victoria’s court in 1861, and Moll’s Gap, a glaciated mountain pass offering vistas of the Black Valley. Further west, the Coomakista pass provides clear sightlines across Kenmare River toward the Skellig Islands, while the Head of Dunloe marks the summit of a narrow glaciated valley.
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Beaches & Coastline
The Iveragh Peninsula’s coastline features diverse maritime landscapes, from the six-kilometer sand spit of Rossbeigh to the sheltered waters of Derrynane. These sites offer clear views of the Skellig Islands and the Dingle Peninsula. Key features include the 16th-century McCarthy Mor castle ruins at Ballinskelligs and Blue Flag designations across several beaches, indicating high water quality and adherence to environmental standards.
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Historic Places of Worship
The Iveragh Peninsula's spiritual landscape spans over a millennium, from early medieval monastic settlements to 19th-century Gothic Revival architecture. This collection features 12 significant sites, including coastal priory ruins founded by monks from Skellig Michael, remote valley chapels, and parish churches showcasing local stone and Valentia slate craftsmanship. These locations highlight the region’s transition from secluded ascetic retreats to the central community landmarks found in villages like Kenmare, Sneem, and Portmagee.
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Climate & when to visit
Practical information
- Currency
- Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
- Emergency numbers
- 112
- Electricity
- 230 V · 50 HzType G
- Languages
- English, Irish
- Tap water
- Safe to drink
- Driving side
- Left
- Calling code
- +353
Tours & Activities
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