The end of the world! With Scotland just across the road, Torr Head is one of Northern Ireland’s most popular wilderness peninsulas, offering fabulous panoramic views! Breathtaking cliffs, sea views and a rugged, green coastline… This is what awaits you if you decide to go there. A route that brings you the best of Northern Ireland!
Torr Head Scenic Road is a bit of a postcard destination. It offers fabulous scenery, revealing the beauty of Northern Ireland’s soul.
This tour is best explored by car: you’ll have to wind your way along narrow, winding roads, starting in Ballycastle and heading towards Cushendun. They take you along the coast, where you can admire cliffs, bays, dream beaches, reefs and sea views.
You’ll discover Fair Head, Murlough Bay and Torr Head, 3 exceptional places that will blow your mind.
Don’t hesitate to make stops: the tour should be done at your own pace and according to your desires. In fact, there are a number of areas along the route where you can stop, take a few photos and set off again. (Please note that some sections of the road may not allow 2 cars to pass each other: you’ll need to arrange an order of passage).
Don’t miss the stretch of road between Torr Head and Cushendun: the road has been built right up to the edge of the cliff, and you’ll have an incredible, vertiginous view of the sea below!
Once you’ve reached the summit, you’ll have access to a magnificent 360-degree panorama. The location is isolated, with greenery, ocean and sheep. On a clear day, you can even make out the Écossé off shore. Don’t hesitate to take photos: the place is simply magical and unforgettable!
Essential information to help you plan your visit, including key landmarks, access information, and booking options.
Ballycastle BT54 6RQ, United Kingdom, Ballycastle (County Antrim) - Northern Ireland
55.195977, -6.063460
1/2 journée
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