Part of the famous Ring of Kerry, the small, picturesque town of Kenmare, also known as Ceann Mara, meaning “head of the sea” in Irish, is located approximately 20miles / 32 kms away from Killarney and has been a major tourist attraction due to its mouthwatering local cuisine, leisure, sport activities and untamed nature, which plays a central role in the region’s spectacular scenery. The Bronze Age ring of stone circles proves the ancient origins of the area, which later became a landing ground for Viking raids. From golf courses to horse riding and trekking, Kenmare beholds even more secrets, which are to be discovered by exploring the breathtaking natural landscapes that surround it.
Part of the famous Ring of Kerry, the small, picturesque town of Kenmare, also known as Ceann Mara, meaning “head of the sea” in Irish, is located approximately 20miles / 32 kms away from Killarney and has been a major tourist attraction due to its mouthwatering local cuisine, leisure, sport activities and untamed nature, which plays a central role in the region’s spectacular scenery. The Bronze Age ring of stone circles proves the ancient origins of the area, which later became a landing ground for Viking raids. From golf courses to horse riding and trekking, Kenmare beholds even more secrets, which are to be discovered by exploring the breathtaking natural landscapes that surround it.