Activities in Donegal
The Fanad Peninsula is an area of outstanding natural beauty and welcoming people, with a rich cultural, and historical heritage. With its wealth of beaches, mountains, cliffs, and of course pubs with traditional Irish music, the visitor is never short of anything to do. The cottage is perfectly situated to enjoy any one of the following activities.
Beach
Ballymastocker Bay in Portsalon boasts a magnificent EU Blue Flag beach which was once voted the “Second Most Beautiful Beach in the World” by the Observer Magazine. This stunning beach, whose golden sands stretch for 3 miles, is less than a 5 minute drive from the cottage. The beach’s harbour is perfect for boating and fishing.
Golf
The Portsalon Golf course, founded in 1891, is less than 5 minutes by car from the cottage, and is one of Ireland’s finest links courses, situated alongside the stunning Ballymastoker Bay, beneath the Knockalla Mountains. The course is an 18 hole par 69, with its greens well protected with bunkers, streams and natural sand dunes all of which come into play. (tel: 074 59459).
Fishing
Donegal is truly an anglers paradise, with the Fanad Peninsula offering not only sea fishing along Donegal’s beautiful coastline, but also offers plenty of opportunities for fresh water fishing in the many rivers and lakes. The fishing season for the local lakes runs from March 17 – September 30 and fishing permits and rods can be obtained from the Fanad Lakes Fishing Club (tel: 074 59218).
Scenic Walks and Drives
With its quiet roads, stunning landscape, and cliff scenery, one can enjoy tranquil walks in the Fanad Peninsula. Furthermore,
the Fanad Peninsula Scenic Tour is a signposted 72 Km circuit covering some of the peninsula’s most striking scenery. For those interested in cycling, we can arrange cycle hire on request.
Walking
One can enjoy a pleasant stroll through country lanes, or can attempt to climb some of the areas hills and mountains. Whatever you chose, walking truly is a pleasure on the quiet and peaceful roads of the Fanad Peninsula, where you will come upon many unspoiled areas of stunning beauty. The whole area is rich in flora and fauna, and contains many species of birds, including the rare Corncrake. The County also has many signposted walking routes for the visitor to enjoy.
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Major Attractions
Major visitor attractions which are easily accessible by car include Glenveagh National Park and Castle, Tory Island, Glebe House & Gallery, Newmills Flax Mill, Colmcille Heritage Centre, Fort Dunree Military Museum & Donegal Castle, not to mention the abundance of ruined casles, and archaelogical sites.
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