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The most beautiful beaches of Ireland

The best of the beaches in Ireland

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The most beautiful beaches of Ireland
Inserted: 09.01.2021
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Of course, Ireland is not a famous swimming destination, but you will still find some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. Although more for walks than for swimming, it's still worth it. Let's take a look at the most beautiful beaches in Ireland

1.
Magilligan Point

Beautiful beach with cliffs

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| Altitude: 55 m / 180 ft

Only a short distance from the city of Londonderry is a beautiful piece of coastline with endless beaches, high cliffs and the mythical structure of the Mussenden Temple continue reading

2.
Barley Cove beach

Beautiful beach near Mizen Head

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Only a short distance from the southernmost place of Ireland – Mizen Head, is the beautiful beach of Barley Cove beach. On each side is framed by rocky hills. continue reading

3.
Ballymastocker Beach

Beautiful beach in Donegal

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| Altitude: 3 m / 10 ft

In Northern Ireland, in the county of Donegal, there are many scattered islands. On one of these peninsulas – Fanad – there is also this charming beach of Ballymastocker. The scenic route that runs along the entire coastline rises to the hill above the beach, giving you views of this breathtaking place that are otherwise only favored by marine gulls. continue reading

4.
Bundoran beach

Top beach in county Donegal

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| Altitude: 3 m / 10 ft

The Wild Atlantic Way lines the entire west coast of Ireland and offers the best and spectacular views of wild Irish nature and the untamed ocean whipping waves and winds of the coast incessantly. The town of Bundoran crosses this scenic route on the border between the capitals of County Donegal and Sligo. The center, however, is not the city center with the town hall, but the city beach, where you go to enjoy and walk not to go tourists but also locals who can not get enough of the view. continue reading

5.
Killahoey Beach

The magical Irish beach in Donegal

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In Northern Ireland, in Donegal County, near Horn Head, you will find the charming Killahoey Beach, as it is made for long strolls and good weather, which is always in Ireland if it does not rain. continue reading

6.
Enniscrone beach

Beautiful beach in the west of Ireland

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| Altitude: 2 m / 7 ft

Ireland is made up of green pastures laced with sheep and an endless coastline that is surrounded by sea or ocean along almost the entire circumference of the country. And that's why Ireland has so many picturesque beaches to choose from. One such hearty beach, like the one created for endless walks, is located in the west of Ireland in the town of Enniscrone, situated on the Wild Atlantic Way, a scenic drive along the entire west coast. continue reading

7.
Ballydonegan bay

Well-known bay on Beara Peninsula

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One of Bear's most famous and beautiful bays is Ballydonegan Bay. The center of the bay is a vast beach surrounded by hills, cliffs and picturesque Irish green countryside. continue reading

8.
Streedagh Point

Paradise for surfers

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| Altitude: 11 m / 36 ft

In the northwest of Ireland, in Sligo, we find this marvelous natural phenomenon, Streedagh Point, which forms a sandy, nearly 5km long peninsula, a paradise for surfers in every weather. The only thing that can overcome the trip is the high tide. The peninsula is just a few meters above ground, and if the tide rises or the sea is a lot of fun, it will flood the only driveway to this „endless“ beach. continue reading

9.
Portrush - East Strand beach

Ideal beach for long walks

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The East Strand Beach is located in the north of Northern Ireland, along the picturesque harbor town of Portrush, on the popular Causeway coastal route. The beach is 4 km long and runs from Portrush to White Rocks, which are high white rocks contrasting above blue ocean (North Atlantic). Due to the low water temperature (summer 15 ° C), the beach is more suitable for walks or horseback riding. continue reading

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