The Beara peninsula in West Cork

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The West Cork Coast

The West Cork coast begins the slow build-up of beauty that culminates in counties further west and north, but what you find here is already lovely. Picturesque villages, ancient stone circles and some fine sandy beaches mark the meandering coastal route from Kinsale to Clonakilty and on to Skibbereen and Baltimore. Rather than follow the main N71 all the way, take the R600 and explore the maze of minor roads along the coast – perfect for aimless wandering.


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How to see the best of Ireland's West Cork coast on a four-day road trip

Oct 28, 2019 • 6 min read

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