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Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach

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Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach

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Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach

Recommended by 33 hikers out of 34

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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Best Hikes to Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach

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1. Ballybunion loop to Nun's Beach

3.31km

00:53

40m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Nine Daughters' Hole – Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach loop from Ballybunion

2.10km

00:35

40m

30m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4.5

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3. Ballybunion Castle – Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach loop from Ballybunion

9.31km

02:27

80m

Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Vanessa

October 7, 2021

Nuns' Beach is just gorgeous! The waves have shaped the bay in the cliffs, the Virgin Rock, a huge archway made of rock, stands imposingly in front of the coast. The sandy beach is located under an old monastery, it was formerly used by the nuns as a private bathing place. The easiest way to get to the bay is by boat. The descent from the cliffs requires some climbing skill.

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Guido R.

July 27, 2021

Rock gate in front of Nuns Beach

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Birgit

August 31, 2023

The cliff path at Nun's beach is currently closed and blocked off with barriers. Parts of the wooden fence have already slipped off.
You can get to the beach from the cliffs along a narrow path, but the last part is down a rope. However, dangerous and not advisable.

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Elevation 90 m

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Location: Kerry, Munster, Ireland

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Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach

1. Ballybunion loop to Nun's Beach

2. Nine Daughters' Hole – Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach loop from Ballybunion

3. Ballybunion Castle – Virgin Rock at Nuns' Beach loop from Ballybunion

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