Kerry has 75 miles of Beach and the Cleanest Waters
in Europe.
There is anything from quiet sheltered Beaches
to exposed Beaches which receive huge Atlantic Surf.
Derrynane has a few such magnificent beaches, some
sheltered and one which receives large swells from
time to time. Once this area was used by smuggler's
and Pirates in days gone by.
The Clean beaches of Derrynane unmatched anywhere
in Ireland.
Old Ring Fort at Derrynane on the grounds of Daniel
O'Connell's home.
Historic Ring Fort at Derrynane
Once the home of Daniel O'Connell.
They say about Daniel O'Connell that his Body was
buried in Dublin but his Heart is in Rome.
He was a crusader for the common man and the rights
of the Human Race.
He died in Genoa on 15th May, 1847 on his way to
Rome.
When visiting Daniel O'Connell's home you must visit
the magnificent
beaches at Derrynane.
Surfing at the back beach at Derrynane.
Warning this is not suitable for swimming as the
currents
are severe at the back beach!!
Homes derelict since the Famine years 1845-1850
at Derrynane.
75% of the local population died of illness and
hunger
in this region during these years.
Many emigrated to to America, Austrailia and England.
Today Derrynane is a play ground for the visitor
and what a great place to spend a fine day.
It is an ideal stop while on the Ring of Kerry.
Here you can stretch your legs and take in the magnificent
scenery and the history that is everywhere in Derrynane.
American
Visitors enjoying a break on the Ring of Kerry at
Derrynane Beach at Caherdaniel.
