Photo of Glanleam Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Glanleam Beach with blue pure water surface

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Glanleam Beach

Glanleam, Ireland

#64 out of 72 in Munster

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Free entrance Virgin beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Perfect for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Knightstown • 2 km

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About

Glanleam Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 64th 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 blue water and bright sand, so you don't need 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.

Glanleam 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.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Whitestrand Beach, which has a rating of 7.

Glanleam Beach is located in Munster within Knightstown, 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

+14 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

3.7 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Knightstown • 2 km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.6 (Very good)

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Localities

Nearest

Knightstown • 2km

Transport

Airport

CHE • 7.4km

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Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Glanleam Beach?

The coastline of Glanleam Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Crystal clear water of incredible blue color. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Glanleam Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Glanleam 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 Glanleam Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

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

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Glanleam Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Glanleam 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 and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Glanleam Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Glanleam Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Glanleam Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Glanleam Beach.

How far is the Glanleam Beach from parking?

The Glanleam 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 Glanleam Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Glanleam Beach is July. 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 10°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Glanleam 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.Glanleam 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.