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Forty Foot Swimming Spot

Forty Foot Swimming Spot

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

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1. Sandycove Beach – Dún Laoghaire Harbour loop from Monkstown

9.84km

02:33

50m

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

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2. Sandycove Beach – Dún Laoghaire Harbour loop from Dún Laoghaire Mallin

5.52km

01:25

30m

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

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3. Forty Foot Swimming Spot – Sandycove Beach loop from Dalkey

10.5km

02:44

70m

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

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Damiano 🇮🇹

September 6, 2023

The Forty Foot is a scenic spot located at the southern tip of Sandycove, where a tradition of year-round swimming in the Irish Sea has thrived for approximately 250 years. The origin of the name "Forty Foot" is a bit unclear. In an 1833 map, the adjacent Marine Road was labeled the Forty Foot Road, perhaps due to its width of 40 feet (12 meters). Over time, this name may have been associated with the nearby swimming area, previously known as the Forty-Foot Hole during the 19th century.

Birgit

September 3, 2023

The swimming area is right next to the James Joyce Tower in Sandycove.
Previously it was only open to men. Today for everyone. When the weather is great there is a lot going on there.

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Location: Dublin, Leinster, Ireland

Forty Foot Swimming Spot

1. Sandycove Beach – Dún Laoghaire Harbour loop from Monkstown

2. Sandycove Beach – Dún Laoghaire Harbour loop from Dún Laoghaire Mallin

3. Forty Foot Swimming Spot – Sandycove Beach loop from Dalkey

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