Ring of Beara (figure eight)

You’ve no doubt heard of the Wild Atlantic Way and the Ring of Kerry… but the problem is, so has everyone else! Forget them and ride the Ring of Beara instead. This is an epic ride, it’s quiet, you’ll have it all to yourself, the twists are beautiful and the scenery is stunning. Riding your motorcycle around the Ring of Beara is like having your very own gorgeous slice of Ireland. 

The Ring of Beara is one of my all-time favourite biking roads. It’s a short 118-mile section of the famous 1,600-mile Wild Atlantic Way. But don’t be fooled by that. In the South West of Ireland, distance is not measured in miles per hour, but in hours per mile! It’s so easy to spend three or four hours riding and feel like you haven’t moved anywhere. And that’s perfect on this road… 

Here’s everything you need to know about riding it, a bunch of top tips and a handy map. Enjoy!