What is Lough Hyne known for?

Lough Hyne is best known for it colourfully decorated shop fronts, friendly people and some of the best beaches in County Cork Lough Hyne.

Is Lough Hyne on the Wild Atlantic Way?

Yes, Lough Hyne & and its magnificent beaches are on the Wild Atlantic Way. Visit Lough Hyne.

Do I need a rental Car in Cork?

If you plan on travelling outside of Cork City, a rental car will certainly give you the freedom to tour at your own pace. Hertz, Avis, Budget, Europcar Dollar, Thrifty & Sixt all have desks at Cork Airport Compare car hire prices.

How far is Lough Hyne from Cork Airport?

Lough Hyne is 60km from Cork Airport and Cork City if you take the scenic Wild Atlantic Way route. It is 49km to Cork City and Cork airport on the direct route.

Is Lough Hyne worth visiting?

Yes definitely Lough Hyne home town to Michael Collins is a fantastic family destination, situated in the heart of West Cork on the Wild Atlantic Way. It has some much to offer the visitor, more details on

How long do you need in Lough Hyne?

One or two days will be enough to see Lough Hyne and the beaches, unless you would like to use it as a base to visit Skibbereen, Baltimore & Kinsale. Kinsale.

Lough Hyne Ireland's first Marine Nature Reserve

Nature lover's paradise, Lough Hyne and its beauty is so enchanting and its marine life so unique and varied, it is Ireland's first Marine Nature Reserve. Situated in West Cork this unique lake and its surrounds are home to a rich and varied range of plants and animals, including many rare and beautiful species.

This sea water lake can be best viewed from a height so take some time and explore the Knockomagh Woods en-route up the hill to enjoy the views down over Lough Hyne.

Lough Hyne is located just a couple of miles out of Skibbereen town , so make a family day out of it.

Since it was ‘discovered’ by marine biologists in 1886, scientists have carried out pioneering research in experimental ecology. Their continued research into the factors governing the distributions of marine animals and plants make Lough Hyne on of the most studied marine sites of Europe.

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