Photo of Bunbeg Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Bunbeg Beach with turquoise pure water surface

Photo of Bunbeg Beach with long straight shore

Photo of Bunbeg Beach with very clean level of cleanliness

Photo of Bunbeg Beach and the settlement

Photo of Bunbeg Beach surrounded by mountains

7.1

Good

Bunbeg Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Bunbeg Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Bunbeg Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sean Óg Bar & Restaurant is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

Bunbeg, Ireland

#46 out of 52 in Ulster

7.1

Good

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

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Located within the settlement

Bunbeg • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop C-breeze shack

1.4km

Coffee Shop Stand road Magheragallan

1.4km

Bar Sean Óg Bar & Restaurant

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Peppers Diner

8.2 - Very good 1.5km

Coffee Shop Arán espresso bar & kitchen

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Meal Delivery Apache Pizza Gweedore

8.2 - Very good 1.5km

Restaurant Indian Palace

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Cafe Caife Ard Na gCeapairí Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Meal Takeaway Summer Palace (Chinese)

8 - Very good 1.7km

Hiking Area Port Arthur Beach

3km

Playground Gweedore Community Park

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Bunbeg Beach

50m

Museum Bád Eddie

930m

Tourist Attraction Magheragallan Beach

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Mullaghderg Beach

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Point @Cnoc Fola (Bloody Foreland)

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Cruit Island Wild Beach

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Bloody Foreland Arch

8.4km

Historical Landmark Bunbeg Beach Shipwreck

940m

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About

Bunbeg Beach is located on the North Atlantic Ocean (part of Atlantic ocean) and it is in the 46th place out of 52 beaches in the Ulster region The beach is located in an urban area, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise 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, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Bunbeg Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

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.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Carrckfinn Beach, which has a rating of 8.4.

Bunbeg Beach is located in Ulster within Bunbeg, 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

+17 ^o C +13 ^o C

Air temperature

9.4 M/S

Wind

+15 ^o C

Water temperature

1 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Bunbeg • 2.1 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop C-breeze shack

1.4km

Coffee Shop Stand road Magheragallan

1.4km

Bar Sean Óg Bar & Restaurant

9 - Excellent 1.5km

Restaurant Peppers Diner

8.2 - Very good 1.5km

Coffee Shop Arán espresso bar & kitchen

10 - Exceptional 1.5km

Meal Delivery Apache Pizza Gweedore

8.2 - Very good 1.5km

Restaurant Indian Palace

9.6 - Exceptional 1.6km

Cafe Caife Ard Na gCeapairí Amharclann Ghaoth Dobhair

9.2 - Excellent 1.6km

Meal Takeaway Summer Palace (Chinese)

8 - Very good 1.7km

Hiking Area Port Arthur Beach

3km

Playground Gweedore Community Park

2.9km

Tourist Attraction Bunbeg Beach

50m

Museum Bád Eddie

930m

Tourist Attraction Magheragallan Beach

1.2km

Tourist Attraction Mullaghderg Beach

5.7km

Tourist Attraction Wild Atlantic Way Discovery Point @Cnoc Fola (Bloody Foreland)

7.2km

Tourist Attraction Cruit Island Wild Beach

7.8km

Tourist Attraction Bloody Foreland Arch

8.4km

Historical Landmark Bunbeg Beach Shipwreck

940m

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

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Nearest Beaches

2.4km

Sand Beach Sand Beach

7.1 Good

3.9km

Carrckfinn Beach Carrckfinn Beach

8.4 Very good

4.1km

Glassagh Lower Bay Beach Glassagh Lower Bay Beach

7.2 Good

5.7km

Mullaghderg Beach Mullaghderg Beach

7.1 Good

7.8km

Cruit Island Wild Beach Cruit Island Wild Beach

7.2 Good

8.1km

Bloody Foreland Beach Bloody Foreland Beach

6.7 Good

14.5km

Magheroarty Beach Magheroarty Beach

8 Very good

17.1km

Aphort Strand Aphort Strand

7 Good

Localities

Nearest

Bunbeg • 2.1km

Transport

Airport

CFN • 3.7km

Bus Station

Donegal Airport • 4.4km

Train Station

Bellarena • 87.3km

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Questions and answers

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

The coastline of Bunbeg Beach is covered with golden sand. 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 Bunbeg Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Bunbeg 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 Bunbeg 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. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

Bunbeg 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 Bunbeg Beach for swimming is very positive.

Is the Bunbeg Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Bunbeg Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Bunbeg 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

What are the key audiences of Bunbeg Beach?

Bunbeg Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets

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

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Bunbeg Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Sean Óg Bar & Restaurant is the closest place located 1600 meters from the beach.

How far is the Bunbeg Beach from parking?

The Bunbeg 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.

Are there any attractions nearby Bunbeg Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Bunbeg Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Magheragallan Beach located in 1.2 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Bunbeg Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Bunbeg Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 7°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Bunbeg Beach (Ulster) 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.Bunbeg Beach (Ulster) 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.