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Beautiful path on Bere Island – Ardnakinna Point Lighthouse loop from Castletownbere

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Ireland

Munster

Cork

Beautiful path on Bere Island – Ardnakinna Point Lighthouse loop from Castletownbere

Moderate

4.9

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Beautiful path on Bere Island – Ardnakinna Point Lighthouse loop from Castletownbere

03:37

12.9km

240m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The route includes a crossing by ferry. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: April 23, 2026

This route includes a ferry crossing

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After 289 m for 1.94 km

After 10.8 km for 1.94 km

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59 m

Castletownbere

Highlight • Settlement

Castletownbere is a beautiful harbour town, sheltered by Bere Island. It's Southwest Ireland's main fishing port, with many colourful vessels bobbing on the water. There are many places to eat …

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273 m

Bere Island Ferry Terminal (Castletownbere)

Highlight • Rest Area

Bere Island Ferries operate between Castletownbere and Oilean na gCaorach on the island every day of the year. For more information on times and prices see their website: bereislandferries.com

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4.56 km

Old Fortification on Bantry Bay

Highlight • Historical Site

4.74 km

Beautiful path on Bere Island

Highlight • Trail

On a beautiful hiking trail you have a great view of the narrow inlet that separates Bere Island from the rest of Ireland.

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5.96 km

Ardnakinna Point Lighthouse

Highlight • Monument

Originally the site of a beacon, Ardnakinna Lighthouse was built in 1965 to safely guide vessels into Berehaven Harbour. It's still operational today and makes for a picturesque foreground for views across this part of Bantry Bay.

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7.84 km