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Beaches in Republic of Ireland: places to visit

Les Falaises de Moher - © UTBP

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Discover the Beaches of Republic of Ireland, a handy selection to help you plan your trip to Ireland.

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Beaches in Republic of Ireland: places to visit

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Coumeenoole Beach

On the Dingle Peninsula in County Kerry, Coumeenoole Beach makes for a spectacular stop along the Slea Head Drive. Pale sand, cliffs…

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Allihies Beach

Allihies Beach is located on the Beara peninsula in County Cork, Ireland. It’s known for its wild and picturesque landscapes, with sheer…

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Glassilaun Beach

Glassilaun Beach is a superb beach in Ireland’s Connemara National Park. The sublime location offers a pretty cove of white sand, with…

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The Nuns beach

Ireland is famous for its lush green landscapes… But its beaches remain a well-kept secret, deserving special attention. Nuns Beach, a hidden…

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Keem Beach

No, you're not dreaming: this beach is in Ireland, not on a tropical island! Keem Beach is located on Achill Island, and…

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Clogher Strand

Located on the Dingle Peninsula, Clogher Strand is one of the region's most beautiful beaches! On the menu: wild landscapes, rugged coastline…

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Malin Beg

Malin Beg is a beautiful bay with a beach, located near Glencolmcille in County Donegal. Quite narrow, it is one of the…

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La Inchydoney Beach

Very popular, Inchydoney Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in Ireland! Located near the village of Clonakilty, on the Inchydoney…

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Benone beach

Benone beach is a sublime beach in Limavady, County Derry, Northern Ireland. This beach is unique in that it is linked to…

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Keel Beach

Keel Beach is an exceptional beach located on Achill Island, Ireland. The beach is huge, very narrow, and offers a breathtaking panorama…

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Fanore Beach

Fanore Beach is a beach in the village of Fanore in the Burren, County Clare. The area is ideal for a barefoot…

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Strandhill Beach

Strandhill Beach is an Irish beach in County Sligo, located in the village of Strandhill. Very wild, it offers sumptuous landscapes, and…

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Malahide beach

If you love Malahide, don't miss the chance to dip your feet in the water at Malahide Beach! This coastal village boasts…

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Banna Strand

Banna Strand is a beach in the village of Tralee, ideal for a stroll with your feet in the water! With its…

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Downhill Beach

How about a stroll along one of Northern Ireland's longest beaches? Downhill Beach is surprisingly rich and beautiful! [...]

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Forty Foot

If you're not afraid of cold water and would like to swim with an exceptional view of Dublin Bay, then we recommend…

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Whiterocks

Whiterocks is certainly one of the most beautiful beaches in Northern Ireland! Sensational, it's huge and made up of sparkling fine sand!…

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Buncrana Beach

Buncrana Beach is a beach on the Inishowen Peninsula in County Donegal. Located less than 5 minutes' walk from Buncrana town center,…

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Inch Beach

Located on the famous and highly-touristy Dingle Peninsula is Inch Beach, a gigantic Irish beach that's a pleasure to stroll on. The…