Ballaghbeama Gap

#1 of 1 things to do in Glencar

Outdoor Activities, Other Outdoor Activities

Glencar, Ireland

Review Highlights

“Gorgeous!”

We came through here on our way back from Cloon Lough - a hidden gem in itself. The gap itself is... read more

Reviewed August 11, 2018

Nicole B

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

“Excellent scenic drive”

We went on the road to the Ballaghbeama Gap on a trip to try to see Ireland's highest mountains... read more

Reviewed July 10, 2018

Bruce J

Melbourne, Australia

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beckeb00

Fort Plain, New York

128

You'll almost forget the Ring of Kerry

Name: You'll almost forget the Ring of Kerry
Item: Ballaghbeama Gap
Rating: 5

Review of Ballaghbeama Gap

Reviewed September 19, 2014

The Ballaghbeama Gap is a winding road that starts at R568 (the road that connects Sneem to Moll's Gap), to Glencar and beyond. We used it as a faster way to get from Sneem to Killorglin.
The road is as wide as an American driveway, and you have to be on the lookout for any cars around any curve and be prepared to back up, if need be.
With that said, the road is very very lightly traveled. We encountered two cars during the entire journey. There is one point where you are actually in the Gap with mountains towering on either side of you. There is a place to move to the side of the road, get out and just take it all in!! Pictures cannot do this place justice. The majesty of Ireland at its best.

Date of experience: September 2014