Ballydonegan is a region situated on the Beara Peninsula in County Cork, Ireland. The area is characterized by its dramatic coastal landscapes, rugged mountain scenery, and the distinctive white sands of Ballydonegan Beach, which formed from crushed quartz. This setting provides a backdrop for outdoor activities, with the region being an integral part of the Wild Atlantic Way. Outdoor enthusiasts can find opportunities for several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, and touring cycling.
Ballydonegan…
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4.6
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56
hikers
13.3km
03:45
280m
280m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
4.56km
01:43
320m
320m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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hikers
8.51km
03:02
500m
500m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

20.1km
06:06
640m
650m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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runners
11.9km
01:28
260m
260m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

20.1km
02:29
640m
650m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.0km
01:06
180m
180m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.4km
03:38
780m
780m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

3
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108km
07:28
1,700m
1,700m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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42.5km
02:42
420m
420m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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54.1km
03:32
740m
740m
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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102km
05:08
1,350m
1,340m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

1
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96.5km
04:29
1,110m
1,110m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

33
riders
109km
05:46
1,720m
1,720m
Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

4
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56.3km
02:48
800m
800m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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Ballydonegan, located on the Beara Peninsula, offers opportunities for hiking, road cycling, jogging, and touring cycling. The region features dramatic coastal landscapes and rugged mountain scenery suitable for these activities.
Ballydonegan is known for Ballydonegan Beach, which has distinctive white sands composed of crushed quartz. The area also features rugged mountain scenery and is part of the Wild Atlantic Way, offering coastal views.
Yes, Ballydonegan provides hiking opportunities with trails offering coastal views and routes in the mountainous hinterland. Information on specific routes can be found in the guide Hiking around Ballydonegan.
Yes, Ballydonegan offers easy hiking options suitable for various skill levels. A dedicated guide, Easy hikes around Ballydonegan, provides details on less strenuous routes.
Ballydonegan is suitable for road cycling and touring cycling, utilizing scenic coastal roads and winding paths through the mountains. Cyclists can explore routes detailed in Road Cycling Routes around Ballydonegan and Cycling around Ballydonegan.
Yes, Ballydonegan Beach provides a scenic track for jogging. Quieter country roads and trails in the surrounding area are also suitable for runners. Specific options are available in Running Trails around Ballydonegan.
Ballydonegan has more than 300 visitors who have shared their experiences on komoot. The routes in the region have an average rating of 4.34 out of 5 stars based on 31 ratings.
Komoot offers several guides for Ballydonegan, including Hiking around Ballydonegan, Easy hikes around Ballydonegan, Road Cycling Routes around Ballydonegan, Cycling around Ballydonegan, and Running Trails around Ballydonegan.
For broader regional tourism information on the Beara Peninsula, which includes Ballydonegan, the official website is bearatourism.com. This site provides details relevant to the area.
Yes, for tourism inquiries related to the Ballydonegan area and the Beara Peninsula, a contact number is +353 27 73218.
The terrain for walks in Ballydonegan is characterized by rugged mountain scenery and coastal paths. Ballydonegan Beach offers a unique surface of white sand made from crushed quartz.

