Official tourism website for Cork, Ireland


Enjoy This Walker's Paradise

West Cork is a walkers’ Eden, with stunning coastal paths and ancient pilgrim ways which bring you over mountains, through hidden valleys and on into the ancient, deep woods - following the paths made by the first Christian missionaries. Take your time to research the treks which suit you best as West Cork has all types of walks to choose from, including five long distance routes which can take up to two weeks to shorter strolls which can take less than an hour.

Short Trails

Short Trails

Long Distance Trails

Long Distance Trails

Beara-Breifne Way
500km, 4 days, Srenuous Castletownbere
Sheep's Head Way
175km, 6 days, moderate difficulty Durrus
Slí Gaeltacht Mhuscraí
50km, 3 days, Strenuous Macroom
St Finbarr's Pilgrim Way
35km, 2 days, Strenuous Drimoleague
The Beara Way Trail
206km, 9 days, strenuous Castletownbere

Cork Walks & Trails Map

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West Cork Walking Tours

Because there is so much to explore in West Cork, it might be a good idea to take a tour with those who know it best. Go for one of West Cork’s various walking tours and let a West Cork native guide you through the history, culture and scenery of this incredible region.

Don & Barry's Kinsale Historic Stroll
Guided tour of Kinsale +353872500731Kinsale
Kinsale Ghost Tour
An exciting crazy ghost tour full of fun and excitement +353214772240Kinsale
Kinsale Heritage Town Walks
Discover Kinsale's history on this walk with maps and photographs +353868267656Kinsale
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