Discover Iveragh
Whatever your interests are, there will always be something new and exciting to discover on Iveragh.
Wildlife
The Iveragh Peninsula has over 200km of coastline and is also Ireland’s most mountainous region. With vast areas of blanket bog, farmland and patches of woodland mixed into the landscape, Iveragh supports a wide variety of plants and animals. This means that wildlife enthusiasts will have plenty to see throughout the year.
Geology
On Iveragh, we have evidence of 385 million years of geological history preserved in the rocks, dating back to the Devonian Period. This is a fascinating story that features ancient plant and animal communities moving from a life spent in water to a life on land, volcanic activity, continental collisions building our mountains, enormous glaciers sculpting the landscape and the immense power of the Atlantic Ocean.
Dark Skies
Although it is all too easy to become detached from the night sky in the 21st century, the remarkably low levels of light pollution on Iveragh mean that it has been awarded gold tier status as the Kerry International Dark Sky Reserve. Iveragh, therefore is the perfect place to reconnect with this amazing spectacle that has fascinated humans for many thousands of years.
Seasonal
Each of the seasons on Iveragh brings its own set of spectacles. Explore Iveragh as it changes through the seasons to see the vivid autumnal colours of woodlands, uplands and bogs, winter’s snow-capped peaks and returning flocks of waterbirds, or the wildflowers blooming in spring as the dawn chorus returns.
Landscapes
Visitors are drawn to Iveragh for its natural beauty, which it owes to the striking Atlantic coastline, tall mountains and extensive areas of farmland and blanket bog. There is so much to learn about Iveragh’s storm-battered coast, the blanket bogs that have formed over millennia and the farming practices that continue to shape our peninsula today.
History & Archaeology
Iveragh has been home to people for thousands of years. Ring forts, holy wells, standing stones, copper mines and World War II lookout posts provide a glimpse into the many generations who have lived here. Alongside widely celebrated historical figures, there are many local characters to discover, such as Ireland’s first female marine biologist.
Places
Each of Iveragh’s towns and villages has its own identity, charm, and reasons to visit. However, they are linked by the beauty of their surroundings, the wildlife, heritage, and history of the Iveragh peninsula.
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The Iveragh Peninsula - a magical mixture of panoramic views, a wealth of biodiversity, archaeology and authentic Irish culture. Situated on the wild Atlantic way in south Kerry, Ireland.
Discover Iveragh!
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For more ideas of places to visit on your trip to Iveragh, click here to see some example Itineraries.
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Click here to find out how to get to Iveragh peninsula.
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Each town and village across the peninsula has its own identity, charm, and reasons to visit. However, they are linked by the beauty of their surroundings and the wildlife, heritage, and history of the Iveragh peninsula. Throughout the year, the highlights of each location change in line with the seasons. Whatever season you visit, you're sure to find spectacular scenery and a warm welcome. Read more about our Towns & Villages here.
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Click here to find out more about the history of the area and what makes Iveragh so special.
