Photo of Rathmoylan Cove Beach with light sand & pebble surface

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7.7

Very good

Rathmoylan Cove Beach

Rathmoylan, Ireland

#37 out of 72 in Munster

7.7

Very good

Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Light sand & pebble Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Dunmore East • 3.5 km

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About

Rathmoylan Cove Beach is located on the Celtic Sea and it is in the 37th place out of 72 beaches in the Munster region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Rathmoylan Cove Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Councillors Beach, which has a rating of 7.1.

Rathmoylan Cove Beach is located in Munster within Dunmore East, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+15 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.9 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.6 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Dunmore East • 3.5 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.1 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

1.7km 23 min walk

Portally Cove Beach Portally Cove Beach

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Councillors Beach Councillors Beach

7.1 Good

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Tramore Beach Tramore Beach

7.1 Good

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Woodstown Beach Woodstown Beach

7.8 Very good

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Boyce's Bay Beach Boyce's Bay Beach

6.9 Good

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Garrarus Beach Garrarus Beach

7.1 Good

11.8km

Booley Beach Booley Beach

6.9 Good

11.9km

Duncannon Beach Duncannon Beach

7.3 Good

Localities

Nearest

Dunmore East • 3.5km

Transport

Airport

WAT • 6.4km

Bus Station

St. Peter's College • 44.4km

Train Station

Wellingtonbridge • 24.4km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Rathmoylan Cove Beach?

Rathmoylan Cove Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Rathmoylan Cove Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Rathmoylan Cove Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Rathmoylan Cove Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Rathmoylan Cove Beach is partially protected from waves. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Rathmoylan Cove Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Rathmoylan Cove Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Rathmoylan Cove Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of Rathmoylan Cove Beach is visited only by a few travellers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Rathmoylan Cove Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Rathmoylan Cove Beach.

How far is the Rathmoylan Cove Beach from parking?

The Rathmoylan Cove Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

What is the best time of the year to visit Rathmoylan Cove Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Rathmoylan Cove Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 9°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Rathmoylan Cove Beach (Munster) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Rathmoylan Cove Beach (Munster) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.