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Dursey Island (Baoi Bhéarra in Irish Gaelic) is an island at the south-western tip of the Beara Peninsula in County Cork. Less than a dozen people live there year-round! A beautiful island, rich in archaeological sites!
Dursey Island – Fabian Walden – cc
Dursey Island is 6.5km long and 1.5km wide. Separated from the rest of Ireland by an inlet called “The Dursey Sound”, the island is linked by a cable car (the only one of its kind in Europe!). The view from here is exceptional, and brings its own share of thrills (those prone to vertigo should refrain!).
The island itself has no stores, pubs or restaurants. So pack a picnic or snack if you decide to explore the island. Dursey Island can be reached entirely on foot: its rocky promontories offer magnificent views of the Beara Peninsula and the ocean.
Among the sites to see, we recommend the many archaeological sites, including magnificent Anglo-Norman towers and ruined religious sites. Here is a list of the main sites:
Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.
by cable car, Beara Peninsula (County Cork) - Republic of Ireland
51.596582, -10.198670
2h00
