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With fresh sea breezes and breathtaking scenery, Waterford is home to some of Ireland’s Ancient East’s most stunning coastal trails. Soak up the sunshine on golden sandy beaches, discover cliff tops and hidden coves, become immersed in welcoming Waterford communities, and unravel the South East’s hidden gems. To make more precious memories, keep discovering Waterford along its stunning coast.

  • Ardmore Cliff Walk

  • 1 Trails
  • 4km
  • Easy
  • 1hr 30mins

  • Description

  • Immerse yourself in the history and heritage of Ardmore with stunning coastal views in this beautiful seaside village, where St. Declan brought Christianity over 1500 years ago, before St. Patrick came to Ireland.

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  • An Chois-The Cunnigar

  • 1 Trails
  • 6.5km
  • Moderate
  • 2hrs

  • Description

  • If you are looking for a refreshing and scenic coastal walk then this is the one for you. An iconic feature in Dungarvan Bay which is clearly visible if you are approaching Dungarvan on the N25 from Cork, The Cunnigar is a sand spit which is a feature of coastal deposition that extends from An Rinn peninsula across Dungarvan Bay.

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  • DUNMORE EAST WALKS

  • 2 Trails
  • 4km to 15km
  • Moderate to Strenuous
  • 1hr to 5hrs

  • Description

  • Dunmore East is one of Waterford’s most picturesque fishing villages and a haven for visitors. Walkers can choose the 4km linear walk to Portally Cove and back or the almost 15km walk as far as Ballymacaw Cove. Any visit to Dummore East would not be complete without a visit to Dunmore East Woods.

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  • TRAMORE WALKS

  • 3 Trails
  • 1km to 5.5km
  • Easy to Moderate
  • 20mins to 1.5hrs

  • Description

  • Perhaps one of Waterford’s best known seaside resort towns there are numerous scenic walks to choose from. Three are recommended here which include The Doneraile Walk, Tramore Dunes Walk and Tramore Nature Park.

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  • WATERFORD ESTUARY WALKS

  • 3 Trails
  • 2.5 to 9km
  • Easy to Moderate
  • 40 mins to 2hrs 30mins

  • Description

  • Waterford Estuary Walks is a network of walks based around the communities of Passage East, Faithlegg and Cheekpoint in east county Waterford. Take your time to immerse yourself in this scenic part of County Waterford, right here in Ireland’s Ancient East. Delight in the rich history and heritage of the area, where nature abounds.

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