Cinematic sea views, secluded white-sand beaches and mountains shrouded in mist. Believe the hype: the Ring of Kerry has earned its reputation as one of the most beautiful regions in Ireland. The route, a 179km loop starting and ending in Killarney, also passes through lively villages with bustling pubs, charming bookshops and pretty cafés. Feel the need for even more scenic showstoppers? Explore the Killarney National Park, sitting pretty beneath the rugged summits of Kerry’s highest mountains.

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