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Welcome
Bantry, in the heart of West Cork, is a region of lush vegetation, palm trees and semi-tropical flowers. Hemmed in by high mountain ridges, an azure blue sea and cascading mountain streams, it is a place of unparalled beauty where the landscape changes with every mood of wind and sky.
In this breathtaking splendour of mountain scenery, hilly pastures, meandering streams, lakes and woods, where megalithic monuments and ruins of monastic settlements dot the country-side, visitors can find peace and tranquility.
The landscape is mountainous with parallel ridges running through the various peninsulae to the sea - mainly in an north-east/south-west direction. The rest of the terrain is occupied by valleys, hidden glens, hills, fast running rivers, woods and forests.
The climate is very mild with moist Atlantic breezes giving a medium to heavy rainfall. The influence of the Gulf Stream of warm sea water has a pronounced effect on the climate allowing the growth of semi-topical vegetation and foliage which can be savoured in the many gardens both private and public.
The Bantry region is divided into three main areas corresponding with the peninsulas i.e. The Beara Peninsula, The Sheep's Head or in Irish (Muintir Bhaire) Peninsula and The Mizen Peninsula. These extend south-west in the Atlantic up to 30 miles.
Touring routes are numerous and include the breathtaking
scenery of the coastal routes around each of the peninsulas, spectacular
winding roads through the mountains, cliff-face roadways, and the
unrivalled vistas of mountain lakes, waterfalls, fast running rivers,
prehistoric monuments, ancient castles and Christian settlements,
forts and stately homes with their majestic gardens.
The Bantry and West Cork character is considered the most friendly, helpful, outgoing, quick witted, generous and possessing the gift of unlimited conversation with a great sense of humour.West Cork is recognised as one of the last bastions of true Irish hospitality. You are assured a warm welcome.
© Bantry Tourism Association 2002
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