beaches ireland

Located just 7km from Tralee town, Banna is a gorgeous beach offering you the perfect place to relax and get away from it all!  Why not paddle in the clean waters or take a leisurely stroll along the strand.
The dunes at Banna are protected and are a designated area of conservation, Loads of rare plants and animals can be found around here – perfect for the wildlife enthusiast!...

Bundoran Beach is a blue flag beach. It's located approx. 250m north of Bundoran's main street, adjacent to Waterworld and the funfair.
Bundoran is a sandy beach facing Donegal Bay and the Atlantic. The beach is bounded on the north and south by rocks and on the east by the promenade roadway.
The beach is life guarded from June to August, from 10am to 9pm. First aid and a telephone are available at the lifeguard station....

Donegal County Council is committed to ensuring that as many of our beaches as possible continue to satisfy the high standards required to qualify for a Blue Flag....

Ballyheigue is a beautiful blue flag beach in North Kerry. The Beach runs from the village of Ballyheigue for 3km south. The beach ends at Black Rock, the outlet from Lough Akeragh.
This is a popular beach that is patrolled by lifeguards throughout the bathing season. In peak season you might prefer to go to Ballyheigue as it is generally not as busy as neighbouring beaches....

Aloha Surf School runs surfing lessons in the heart of the Burren in Fanore, Co Clare, Ireland. The beautiful Fanore Beach with all its space, solitude and uncrowded waves provides the ideal location for those to learn to surf, We offer the highest quality professional surfing instruction for people of all ages and abilities. No experience is necessary and all equipment is provided. Aloha Surf School is approved by the Irish Surfing Association. All surf lessons are fully insured and follow the...

Rossnowlagh is a blue flag beach in Rossnawlagh County Donegal. The beaches stran is named Belalt Strand. This extends to the north-northwest for over 2km - from the cliffs at Coolmore in the south to the rock outcrop at Carrickfad.
Rossnowlagh is a very busy beach with a long tradition of beach parking and large resident and day-tripper populations. It is one of Irelands main surfing beaches....

One of th best in the South East, Duncannon Beach has held the EU Blue Flag of excellence since 1987. The beach is a golden mile of sand with lifeguard(s) on hand to help ensure a safe and happy visit....

Ballybunion is known throughout the world for its fine beaches, warm waters and glorious views!
There are two commonly used beaches in Ballybunion, known as Ballybunion North and Ballybunion South.
These beaches are accessed by large, very steep concrete pavements and they are divided by a cliff. On this cliff you'll find the ruins of a very old castle. Unlike most beaches, Ballybunion has a history behind its beaches. The beach to the left of the castle is called the "Men's...

Carrickfinn is a gorgeous blue flag beach located in Anagary in County Donegal. This beach has an extensive sandy shore with sand dunes for you to explore.
Carrickfinn is situated in Gweedore Bay, which is a Natural Heritage Area with many varied coastal habitats. There are extensive grasslands and the area is noted for the presence of rare plant species. Glenveagh National Park is just a short drive from here....