Keem Beach
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Keem Beach

Irish beaches
La Keem Beach - © mark_gusev

This is an absolutely unique Irish bay! Located on Achill Island, it is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful beaches in the whole of Ireland! And we agree with them!

Keem Beach is a beautiful beach on Achill Island in County Mayo. A paradise, it offers visitors a vast expanse of white sand contrasting with incredible turquoise waters! A little paradise!

Visit Keem Beach on Achill Island

A beach worthy of the most beautiful paradises on earth!

The Keem Beach - IrishFireside - cc

The Keem Beach – IrishFiresidecc

No, you’re not dreaming: this beach is in Ireland, not on a tropical island! Keem Beach is located on Achill Island, and is one of the most beautiful beaches in Ireland!

Walkers in particular will appreciate the rugged terrain and breathtaking panoramic views of the beach and sea!

But the best part is on Keem beach itself: the sand is fine, the water transparent and the beach is lost in a deep bay, which comes in shades of green and rocky grey.

Keem beach - © mark_gusev

Keem beach – © mark_gusev

If you’re feeling brave, take a dip and have a picnic! A number of hiking trails are also available for exploring the riches of Achill Island!

Note the presence of numerous sheep on the bay’s shores, adding a touch of authenticity to this postcard-perfect Irish landscape!

Don’t forget your swimsuit, your camera and your hiking boots: the bay is teeming with possible activities! The site is also marvellous in bad weather: the power of the ocean lends it a grave and majestic charm!

However, we don’t recommend going to the beach in bad weather: the beach can be dangerous if there’s a big swell!


Practical Guide

Keem Beach

Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.

GPS coordinates

53.967681, -10.193875

Visit duration

1 heure

Opening hours

  • free access

Check the opening hours and admission requirements before you leave, especially during peak season or on Irish public holidays.
Prices

  • free of charge

Location

Keem Beach on the map

Where to stay?

Hotels and B&Bs nearby

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