Ireland’s coast, closer than you think
Come explore the Ring of Cork
From family fun and adventure breaks, historic trails, romantic getaways, sporting stays, beach walks, and spa-breaks!
A coast made for discovery
Your next great Irish escape starts here
Follow the harbour east from Cork City and find seaside villages, forest trails, family adventures, celebrated food and stories stretching back centuries.
Discover things to do
Find your place
Harbour towns, hidden coves and character in every corner
Each stop has its own pace and personality. Start with the places visitors return to again and again.
Stories from the coast
Ideas for your next Ring of Cork day
Choose your adventure
What will you do first?
From energetic days outdoors to food, heritage and family fun, follow your interests around the region.
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Festivals and events worth travelling for
Make your visit part of something special with music, food, arts and community events across the Ring of Cork.
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Move through nature
Coastal, river and woodland trails made for wandering
Slow down, breathe deeper and see the landscape from a different point of view.
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Our partners and supporters
Ring of Cork website was funded by the Department of Rural and Community Development and the EAFRD – Europe investing in Rural Areas – LEADER 2014-2020. This project is supported by the South Cork LAG and SECAD Partnership CLG.
Fuair an suíomh gréasáin Camchuairt Chorcaí maoiniú ón Roinn Forbartha Tuaithe agus Pobail agus ón gclár Ciste Talmhaíochta na hEorpa d’Fhorbairt Tuaithe – Infheistiú na hEorpa i Limistéir Tuaithe – LEADER 2014-2020. Tá tacaíocht ag an tionscnamh seo ón nGrúpa Áitiúil Gníomhaíochta do Dheisceart Chorcaí agus ó Pháirtnéireacht SECAD CTR.