The walks on Bere Island comprise of Ardnakinna Lighthouse Loop (3-4 hours) and a shorter Rerrin Loop (1-2 hours). To complete both allow 5-6 hours. Travelling in an anti-clockwise direction around the Ardnakinna Lighthouse Loop there are fantastic views across Berehaven to Dunboy Castle. At Ardnakinna lighthouse the route turns inland but rises so that the walker can enjoy spectacular views of and the Sheep’s Head peninsula. The walk connecting the Rerrin and Ardnakinna Lighthouse

Loops traverses the central ridge of the island with breathtaking 360 degree views of Hungry Hill, Berehaven

and Bantry Bay. The Rerrin Loop follows public roads with some short, off-road sections. The walk passes through Rerrin village and has great views of Hungry Hill. The highest point on the route is 210m. The difficulty of the Beara Way route is rated as moderate. Doonbeg Loop will take 2-3 hours. There are great views of the Sheepshead Peninsula and Bantry Bay. Care to be taken by the coast line.

Bere Island Cycling The cycling route is 10km long and connects the ferries Length: 20 km at either end of the island. The roads are gentle, without Highest point: 210m steep climbs and offer great sea views. The route extends Hours to complete: 5 to 6 hours past the Ferry at Rerrin and loops back again taking in This route is: Strenuous the East End Batteries and Lonehort.

Country code for Walkers

• Respect farmland and the rural environment. • Do not interfere with livestock, crops, machinery or other property. • Do not light any fires, especially near forests. • Leave all farm gates as you find them. • Always keep children in close control and supervision. • Please ensure you have good hiking footwear & rain gear. • Keep away from livestock along the trail. • Carry a mobile phone and inform someone about your intended itinerary. • Do not enter farmland if you have dogs with you. • Always use gates, stiles or other recognised access The Beara Way / Beara-Breifne Way points, avoid damage to fences, hedges and walls. Ring of Beara / Beara-Breifne Way Cycle Route • Take all litter home. • Take special care on country roads. Local Trails • Avoid making unnecessary noise.

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