Beaches and coast in Munster Province

Coastal Wonders of Ireland

Explore Munster's Atlantic coastline, featuring the 214-meter-high Cliffs of Moher and the historic lighthouses at Mizen Head and Cromwell Point. This collection highlights diverse coastal geography, from the expansive sand spit at Rossbeigh to the narrow, winding stone ramp of Dunquin Pier. The list includes world-class surfing sites at Spanish Point and St Finian’s Bay, alongside the three-mile sandy stretch of Inch Beach on the Dingle Peninsula.

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Cliffs of Moher

Dramatic vertical sea cliffs rising up to 214 meters with spectacular coastal views over the Atlantic Ocean. The site features paved walking pathways, accessible viewpoints, and notable geological formations.

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Mizen Head Lighthouse

Mizen Head is traditionally regarded as the most southerly point of mainland Ireland although Brow Head is the actual southernmost point.

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Inch Beach

A three-mile sand spit on the Dingle Peninsula known for surfing, swimming, and its use as a filming location for the 1970 film Ryan's Daughter.

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Dunquin Pier

A narrow, zig-zagging stone ramp on the tip of the Dingle Peninsula that serves as the primary departure point for ferries to the Blasket Islands.

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Coumeenoole Bay

A secluded beach on the Slea Head Drive characterized by strong currents, dramatic rock formations, and views of the Blasket Islands.

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Rossbeigh Beach

A six-kilometer sandy spit near Glenbeigh, offering views of the Dingle Peninsula and protected dunes within a Special Area of Conservation.

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Ballycotton Cliff Walk

Ballycotton is a coastal village in County Cork, Ireland, situated about 25 miles east of Cork city.

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Derrynane Beach

A sheltered, Blue Flag sandy beach located near the historic Derrynane House, featuring the ruins of an abbey on a tidal island accessible at low tide.

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St Finians Bay Beach

A small bay located between Puffin Island and Bolus Head, popular with experienced surfers and offering direct views of the Skellig Islands.

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Old Head of Kinsale Lighthouse

The Old Head of Kinsale is a headland near Kinsale, County Cork, Ireland.

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Cromwell Point Lighthouse

A 19th-century lighthouse on Valentia Island, built on the site of a 16th-century fort to guide ships through the northern entrance of Valentia Harbour.