Cape Clear Island - Oileán Chléire

Cape Clear Island, known as The Queen of Carberys Hundred Isles is the largest Island in Roaringwater Bay, West Cork. The resident population of 130 increases to over 1,000 at the height of the Summer when the locals are joined by Irish language students and general visitors. This Gaeltacht (Irish Speaking) Island offers excellent bird watching with a resident warden, regular traditional music sessions, good walking, access to sailing, fishing, canoeing etc. The Island offers a range of accommodation, pubs, cafes, crafts and shops. Visitors are advised to go to the tourist office/craft shop close to the main Pier for advice.



The Island is 8 miles from the mainland and we offer the following routes



Useful Links

Hostel: www.anoige.fenlon.net
Co op site: www.oilean-chleire.ie
Club site: www.clubcleire.com
e-mara: www.emara.com
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