Coolclogher House - The Ring of Kerry Touring Route

The Ring of Kerry

No trip to Co. Kerry would be complete without taking in The Ring of Kerry. This is the name given to the 250km coast-road circuit of the Iveragh peninusla and is one of Ireland's most famous tours. Running through an area of oustanding natural beauty, the circuit takes in the towns of Killarney, Kenmare, Parknasilla, Sneem, Derrynane, Waterville, Cahersiveen, Glenbeigh and Killorglin. The fishing village of Portmagee, Ballinskelligs, the Skellig Islands and Valencia Island may also be included.

The Iveragh peninsula is bound by the waters of Dingle Bay (north), Kenmare Bay (south) and the wild Atlantic Ocean in the west. It is preferable to take the tour anti-clockwise because the marvellous views are better seen in that direction.