Welcome to the Wild Atlantic Way
The Wild Atlantic Way, 1600 miles (2600 km) in length, is one of the longest defined coastal routes in the world. It winds its way all along the Irish west coast from the Inishowen Peninsula in the north down to the picturesque town of Kinsale, County Cork, in the south.
Discover the Wild Atlantic Way
Go for the road trip of your life and discover the Wild Atlantic Way
Wild Atlantic Way Route
The route which is over 1600 miles long is divided into 14 stages for easier orientation
Wild Atlantic Way Sights
Discover must-see attractions, famous landmarks and hidden gems of the Wild Atlantic Way
Wild Atlantic Way Map
With our interactive Wild Atlantic Way map, all the must-see attractions are just one click away.
The Wild Atlantic Way route from start to finish unfolds the wonders of nature, the power of the ocean and its imprint on the west coast of Ireland, and the stunning countryside in all its diversity. Enchanting villages are nestled along the coast as well as ancient monuments – their origins having long sunk into the mists of oblivion dot the landscape. Behind every bend on this magical coastal road a new delight awaits.
The wild Atlantic with its unrestrained and untameable tides and storms has continuously been moulding the west coast of Ireland. With a constant meeting of water and land, a deeply indented and wild terrain has emerged with towering cliffs, spellbinding bays and beaches, mystical islands, always changing and never reaching the end. In the isolation or perhaps expressed in a different way living near and with the Atlantic at your doorstep has ensured that old traditions and the Irish language have been preserved. A trip along the Wild Atlantic Way is also an encounter with the past.
Must-see sights of the Wild Atlantic Way
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Your Wild Atlantic Way Travel Guide
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Wild Atlantic Way Travel Blog
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Discovery Points of the Wild Atlantic Way
Along the Wild Atlantic Way there are numerous Discovery Points, which are pointed out by signs with the WAW logo.
Stages of the Wild Atlantic Way
Discover the 14 stages of the Wild Atlantic Way. You can take the whole trip in one journey or explore the stages one by one.
Navigating on the Wild Atlantic Way
You don’t necessarily need a map to explore the Wild Atlantic Way, since there are more than enough road signs to help you to keep on track.