KILMURVEY BEACH

If you are looking for a relaxing and scenic destination for your beach visit, you might want to consider visiting Kilmurvey Beach on Inis Mór Island. Kilmurvey Beach, or Cill Mhuirbhigh as it’s locally known, is one of the most beautiful beaches in Ireland, with its white sand, turquoise water, and stunning views across the Atlantic Ocean. 

As Kilmurvey Beach is located on Inis Mór Island, the largest of the three Aran Islands, to get there you need to either take ferry from Rossaveal Harbour in Galway or Doolin in Clare, or by plane from Connemara Airport. The ferry ride takes about 40 minutes, and the plane ride takes about 10 minutes. Once you arrive on the island, you can take a bus tour, a taxi, a bike, or a horse-drawn carriage to Kilmurvey Beach, which is about 7 km from the main village of Kilronan.

Kilmurvey Beach is a blue flag beach, which means that it meets high standards of water quality, safety, and environmental management. The beach is supervised by lifeguards during the summer months, from June to September. There are also public toilets and plenty of space to leave bikes. You can also find a cafe and a craft shop nearby, where you can buy refreshments and souvenirs.

One of the main attractions of Kilmurvey Beach is its proximity to Dún Aonghasa, one of the most impressive prehistoric forts in Europe. Dún Aonghasa is perched on the edge of a 100-meter high cliff, overlooking the ocean. It dates back to the Bronze Age, and consists of four concentric stone walls and a series of defensive features. You can walk to Dún Aonghasa from Kilmurvey Beach in about 15 minutes, or take a guided tour that will explain the history and significance of this ancient site.

Another reason to visit Kilmurvey Beach is its natural beauty and tranquility. The beach is ideal for swimming, sunbathing, walking, or simply enjoying the scenery. You can also explore the rock pools and coves along the shore, or watch the birds and seals that frequent the area. The beach is also a popular spot for surfing, kayaking, snorkeling, and fishing. If you are feeling adventurous, you can even take a boat trip to see the nearby seal colony or the famous Worm Hole.

Kilmurvey Beach has something for everyone. So if you’re looking for a relaxing time at the beach you will find it at Kilmurvey Beach.