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You can
bicycle on the Dingle Peninsula located in the Southwest
of Co. Kerry. The Dingle Peninsula is home to many
wonders - second highest mountain range in the country, a
wealth of archaeological sites, home to some of the finest
traditional music, dance and the Irish language. The Dingle
Peninsula cycling experience is one you will remember
for a long time to come.
Day 1 Dingle
circular route
Distance: 38km/24miles
Heading west from Dingle you cycle via Ventry to Slea Had with
its magnificent breathtaking views across the Blasket Sound to
the famous Blasket Islands. From here you cycle on to Dunquinn
and Ballyferriter on your way back to Dingle for the evening.
Alternatively you can opt to take the ferry to the Great
Blasket Island from Dunquinn harbour to walk around this
mystical and enchanting place.
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Day 2: Dingle Circular Route
Distance: 40km/25miles
Today you cycle north from
Dingle through the village of Ballydavid and on to
Brandon Creek. Alternatively if you fancy a walk you can
leave the main route at the Bothar Pub and take the
saints road up mount Branon on foot (weather permitting
3-4 hours walk).
Day 3: Dingle
to Inch
Distance: 35km/22 miles
Cycling in an easterly direction by the shores of
Dingle Bay you once again
enjoy spectacular views and breathtaking scenery of this
magnificent peninsula. Your destination is the tiny
hamlet of Inch with its renowned and magnificent
beaches and ideal for a walk along its golden
sands or a quick dip. On your way you can detour to
visit the village of Annascaul, home to the Antarctic
explorer Tom Crean and the South Pole Inn pub.
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