Ireland is an amazing island which not only boasts beautiful views but also has the potential for some fantastic adventures. We have put together one adventure that everyone should experience – the 12 most extreme points in Ireland.
1. Northern-most point in Ireland – Banba’s Crown, Co. Donegal
Banba’s Crown (near Malin Head), Inishowen Peninsula, County Donegal is the most northern place you can get. Above is a photo we took on the last rocks of the whole island of Ireland!
2. Southern-most point in Ireland – Brow Head, County Cork
It has often been thought that nearby Mizen Head is the southern-most point in Ireland, however, it is actually in nearby Brow Head, County Cork.
3. Western-most point in Ireland – Dún Mór Head, Co. Kerry
This corner of Ireland also boasts the western-most point of the whole island which is at Dún Mór Head on the Dingle Peninsula, County Kerry.
4. Eastern-most point – Burr Point, Co. Down
The Easternmost point is located in Northern Ireland at Burr Point on the Ards Peninsula, County Down.
5. Highest point In Ireland – Carrauntoohil, Co. Kerry
Carrauntoohil, County Kerry is the tallest peak on the whole island of Ireland. At 1,041 m, it is worth the hike!
6. Lowest point in Ireland – North Slob, Co. Wexford
Credit: Wexford HubThe “lowest point in Ireland” certainly doesn’t lack any beauty! North Slob in County Wexford sits at -3 m.
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