From Kinsale to Preghane Point Loop

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Ireland

Munster

Cork

From Kinsale to Preghane Point Loop

Moderate

4.5

(13)

hikers

From Kinsale to Preghane Point Loop

03:05

11.4km

160m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: November 20, 2025

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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2.15 km

View of Kinsale Harbour

Highlight • Viewpoint

Take a moment on your hike between Kinsale and Charles Fort to look out across Kinsale Harbour across to the town.

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3.08 km

Charles Fort

Highlight • Historical Site

The Charles Fort can be visited for a small entrance fee and offers an exhibition about the forts and the place there in a charming landscape.

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5.61 km

Eastern Point

Highlight • Viewpoint

The Eastern Point is the prominent headland on the eastern side of the entrance to Kinsale Harbour, famously dominated by the massive, star-shaped Charles Fort. This point offers stunning panoramic …

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9.96 km

Scilly Walk

Highlight • Trail

Along the water's edge and closed to cars is Scilly Walk. It takes in beautiful views across the harbour and to Charles Fort. Keep your eyes peeled as there are …

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11.4 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

4.58 km

3.12 km

2.70 km

952 m

Surfaces

6.49 km