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Galway, the City of Tribes, is a hub for outdoor swimming enthusiasts. The county’s stunning coastline, with its numerous beaches and coves, offers a range of swimming experiences. From the popular Blackrock Diving Tower to the tranquil waters of Lough Corrib, Galway caters to all types of swimmers.

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Mannin Bay

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

June 2010

This was our first time to visit Mannin Bay and, while it may be hard to find, it is absolutely worth the effort.

Mannin is a beautiful, quiet […]

Lough Derg, Portumna

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

June 2014

Along with the swimming spot on Lough Rea, this is another first class lakeside swimming location which is a credit to Galway County Council.

Lough Derg Water Recreation […]

Coral Strand, near Clifden

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

June 2010

This is one of only two coral strands that we know (the other is in Carraroe) and it’s a real gem.

The beach here glistens white and shines […]

Renvyle White Strand

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

June 2010

Another White Strand and this one is where we spent a lot of holiday time many years ago. […]

Coral Strand Carraroe

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

Coral Strand, Carraroe

June 2010

Along with its first cousin near Clifden, this is one of the only two coral strands we know of in the country (If there are […]

Doonloughan Bay, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway | 0 Comments

August 2012

Doonloughan is a beautiful beach located in splendid isolation in the wilds of Connemara. […]

Glassilaun Beach, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

When we visited Glassilaun a water sports day was in progress. There were lots of adults and children on the beach and the rain was bucketing down. […]

Lough Inagh, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

Lough Inagh is set in a fabulous location between the Maum Turks and Twelve Bens mountain ranges. […]

Lough na Fooey, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

Lough na Fooey is a bit out of the way but worth the effort, especially if you like fresh water swimming. […]

Omey Island

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

Omey is an unusual island in that it can be accessed at low tide by a sandy causeway. […]

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Mannin Bay

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

June 2010

This was our first time to visit Mannin Bay and, while it may be hard to find, it is absolutely worth the effort.

Mannin is a beautiful, quiet […]

Lough Derg, Portumna

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

June 2014

Along with the swimming spot on Lough Rea, this is another first class lakeside swimming location which is a credit to Galway County Council.

Lough Derg Water Recreation […]

Coral Strand, near Clifden

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

June 2010

This is one of only two coral strands that we know (the other is in Carraroe) and it’s a real gem.

The beach here glistens white and shines […]

Renvyle White Strand

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

June 2010

Another White Strand and this one is where we spent a lot of holiday time many years ago. […]

Coral Strand Carraroe

by Brian Kenny | 05 July 2019 | Galway | 0 Comments

Coral Strand, Carraroe

June 2010

Along with its first cousin near Clifden, this is one of the only two coral strands we know of in the country (If there are […]

Doonloughan Bay, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway | 0 Comments

August 2012

Doonloughan is a beautiful beach located in splendid isolation in the wilds of Connemara. […]

Glassilaun Beach, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

When we visited Glassilaun a water sports day was in progress. There were lots of adults and children on the beach and the rain was bucketing down. […]

Lough Inagh, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

Lough Inagh is set in a fabulous location between the Maum Turks and Twelve Bens mountain ranges. […]

Lough na Fooey, Connemara

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

Lough na Fooey is a bit out of the way but worth the effort, especially if you like fresh water swimming. […]

Omey Island

by Brian Kenny | 08 August 2012 | Galway, Lakes | 0 Comments

August 2012

Omey is an unusual island in that it can be accessed at low tide by a sandy causeway. […]

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