Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way
Ireland’s very own breath-taking, awe-inspiring
Wild Atlantic WayOne of the most striking coastlines to travel, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way stretches over 2,500 kilometres from the tip of County Donegal down to County Cork with vast breath-taking views across the North Atlantic Ocean and Celtic Sea.
As one of the longest established coastal routes in the world, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way is surrounded by not only picturesque views changing at every turn, but historic sites such as castle ruins, lighthouses, and stone circles. Along this Irish coastline you’re provided with countless opportunities to stop and enjoy your incredible surroundings, the route below provides some of the highlights available at different stages of your 2,500-kilometre adventure.
From the coastal islands to the steep rugged coastline and incredible inland scenery the Wild Atlantic Way provides it all as you drive from the Northernmost peninsular to the southernmost point of Ireland.
The Wild Atlantic Way offers numerous, breath-taking stops including;
- Rugged coastline
- Numerous hiking opportunities across beautiful scenery
- Ruins and historical sites
The Wild Atlantic Way offers a true connection to nature as you wind your way along the Irish coast, providing striking scenery of both land and sea, where at each point there is more to take in than meets the eye. With it’s long coastline the land from north to south holds much historical value, dating back thousands of years, as well as in part hosting protected heritage sites such the Cliffs of Moher which are now a part of UNESCO Global Geopark.
Along your route you will find many villages and towns steeped in Irish history and rich heritage which can be found in the local culture today. Stopping to explore these villages allows you to not only submerge yourself in the quintessential bustle of Irish life but to pause and take in the awe-inspiring surroundings both inland and along the striking coastline.
The Irish Wild Atlantic Way Route
CAMPSITES ALONG THE WAY
With so much to explore along your Wild Atlantic Way route, you’ll need some stunning campsites to pause at along your journey. Below are some perfectly placed campsites to stop at along the way as you explore the Irish coastline;
Foyleside Caravan Park, Quigley's Point
Offering views of Lough Foyle and the Coleraine mountains this campsite provides a picturesque base for starting your exploration of the north peninsular.
This site offers 40 static pitches and 20 touring sites as well as easy access to an abundance of different attractions close by, details can be found here.
The Singing Pub, Clontallagh
This park up is at a traditional pub stop, a mere stone’s throw from Drongawn Lough water. The pub offers showers, toilets, recycling and a warm inviting pub for a meal and drink after a day of exploring. More information about The Singing Pub can be found here.
Travers Holiday Park, Bundoran
A quiet area located in the centre of Bundoran looking next to a small retail park with restaurants, cafes, gym, and a children’s indoor playground with a cinema and the town centre a little further along the road. Fairy Bridges, Rougey Cliff Walk and Tullan Strand are just down the road should you wish to add additional highlights to your Wild Atlantic Way Route.
Easkey Caravan Park, Keadue, Easky
This site offers a large variety of facilities for their overnight guests including toilet and shower blocks, electricity points for caravans, WiFi internet access and so much more which can be found here. Located right on the coast near to O'Dowd Castle it is possible to drive or walk right down to the shore side.
Marty’s Halfway House, Dooleague
Marty’s Halfway offers both hard and soft pitches with ample space for awnings, there are also limited plug-in points available on request for the duration of your stay. Marty’s bar is open every night and has a B&B onsite. More information can be found here.
Salthill Caravan Park, Galway
Offering a beautiful surround view of Galway Bay this campsite even has access to the strand only 20 metres from the park. A very family friendly site with both a games room and outdoor play area onsite, and a hotel, pub, shop, and supermarket all within a short walk less than 600 metres away. Full information on Salthill Caravan Park can be found here.
Curraghchase Caravan & Camping Park, Kilcornan
Set in the stunning grounds of Curraghchase Forest Park just south of Limerick Curraghchase Caravan & Camping Park there are many activities to partake in onsite such as walking and cycling trails as well as a playground, swing set, fairy trail and their unique Double Decker Bus with Upstairs Slide. Full information about the site can be found here.
Fossa Caravan and Camping Park, Fossa
Located at the edge of Lough Leane Water Fossa Caravan and Camping Park offers many facilities for your overnight stay at one of their 120 pitches. Ring of Kerry hotel restaurant is but a short 15 – 20 minute walk as well as a variety of other restaurants and bars and other attractions such as Ross Castle just outside of Killarney. Full facilities list can be found here.
Glengarriff Caravan & Camping Park, Glengarriff
A fantastic site located just off the coast with views of the surrounding hills and just a short walk to Garinish Island . Offering a shower and toilet block, onsite bar and restaurant, laundry room, electric hook-ups and a children’s playground there is everything you could possibly need. Additional information on the Glengarriff Caravan & Camping Park can be found here.
Mountain Forge Escape, Ardfield
A stone’s throw from Duneen Bay Beach, Mountain Forge Escape offers several campervan awning and parking areas that offer power and water. There are a variety of different facilities onsite including chemical disposal, toilet facilities; there are also activities such as a Model Railway Village, Wildlife Tours and The Lagoon Activity Centre on your doorstep. More information available here.
Selected Campingsites
You can also find more information about the sights in our Explorer Map.
