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Youghal Foxhole Loop

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Ireland

Munster

Cork

Youghal Foxhole Loop

Easy

hikers

Youghal Foxhole Loop

01:56

7.56km

20m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 18, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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757 m

Youghal Clock Gate Tower

Highlight • Historical Site

At the entrance to the bustling Main Street, a main street lined with colorful facades and a beautiful retro cinema, stands the Clock Gate. This emblematic four-story building, built in the 18th century, was long used as a prison. Those condemned to death were hanged at windows to impress the population...

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1.12 km

Tynte's Castle

Highlight • Castle

15th-century urban tower house, built by the Walsh family and later owned by Sir Robert Tynte. Machicolations, Irish battlements and a prominent location on North Main Street make this the last remaining tower house of medieval Youghal.

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2.53 km

Blackwater Estuary

Highlight • River

The Blackwater Estuary is a delight for birders. It's on the Ramsar List of Wetlands of International Importance and is inhabited by many nationally and internationally important species. These include black-tailed godwit, along with populations of Eurasian wigeon, European golden plover, Northern lapwing, Eurasian curlew and common redshank. Bring your binoculars.

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6.86 km

Youghal Harbour Waterfront

Highlight • River

Viewpoint at the harbour of Youghal, where the Blackwater meets the sea. Historic quay area with modern promenade, close to the tourist office and the Clock Gate Tower. Quiet spot to watch the estuary and harbour life.

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7.56 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.96 km

2.08 km

1.86 km

384 m

262 m

Surfaces

3.02 km

2.08 km

1.54 km

905 m

Elevation

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Weather

Monday 13 July

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Youghal Foxhole Loop

Youghal Clock Gate Tower

Tynte's Castle

Blackwater Estuary

Youghal Harbour Waterfront

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