Old Head of Kinsale

Old Head of Kinsale

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Old Head of Kinsale

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Location: Cork, Munster, Ireland

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May 4, 2026

Cycling

De Old Head is a basalt and limestone cliff carved by erosion into dramatic terraces. The cliffs are a breeding ground for seabirds; you often hear kittiwakes and fulmars circling below you.

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April 22, 2019

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At the Wild Atlantic Way, just outside the Golf Club, the view of the coast is simply gorgeous.

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Old Head of Kinsale – Garylucas Beach loop from Old Head of Kinsale

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Old Head of Kinsale loop from Old Head of Kinsale

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Elevation 60 m

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Tuesday 29 September

17°C

12°C

67 %

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Max wind speed: 33.0 km/h

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Location: Cork, Munster, Ireland

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