Donegal Islands

Places to See

Donegal's wild and beautiful islands sit proudly in the Atlantic Ocean and are the jewels of Donegal's Gaeltacht. They have captured imagination for thousands of years and provided stimulus for artists and writers alike. Soak up our fascinating Irish heritage and explore our intriguing islands.

Information about local ferry services

Inishirrer Island (Inis Oirthir)

Co. Donegal,Inishirrer Island

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It is as the name says, Island East, the ‘Eastern Island’. Inishirrer is a long, narrow island, about one mile long and one quarter of a mile wide. It is approximately one mile off the coast of Gweedore. The Inishirrer islanders are famous for their expertise in sailing, rowing and fishing.

Activities include: walking, birdwatching, sea angling and fishing.

Eolas / Information:

Comharchumann na nOileán Beag

Tel: +353 (0)74 953 2571 or +353 (0)74 953 2594

Information

Opens daily	All Day
Closes daily	All Day

Contact

Co. Donegal,
Inishirrer Island

Phone: 35374 953 2571
Email: ancaire@eircom.net
Website: www.donegalislands.com

Activites

Slí Arann Mhór (Arranmore Island) - Slí Dhún na nGall

The walk takes you on tarred road as it circles the island bringing you to the wild and uninhabited …

Donegal Wild Atlantic Flavours

Donegal Wild Atlantic Flavours hosts cookery classes & demonstrations to small groups & private part…

The Bike Stop & Small Engine Repairs

Ladies Gents and childrens bikes for hire Hybrid bikes, Hybrid bikes, ladies bikes, kids bikes. W…

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Events

Fri 15 Mar

Donegal Town 550th

15 March - 31st December 2024, Donegal Town. In 2024, Donegal Town will mark its 550th Birthday.…

Wed 27 Mar

Oideas Gael Language & Cultural Courses — 40 Bliain ag Fás

15th March - 28th October 2024 Join us as Oideas Gael celebrates 40 years of Irish language cours…

Tue 23 Apr

Donegal Garden Trail 2024

2024 Donegal Garden Trail Our beautiful parks and gardens offer visitors a delightful and unique…

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Blog Posts

Mon 11 Dec

Unveiling the Mysteries of Fanad and the Laurentic

This blog explores the historic Fanad Lighthouse in County Donegal, highlighting its role following …

Tue 21 Nov

Discovering Donegal's Maritime Mysteries

Nestled in the picturesque town of Greencastle, the Martime Museum of Co. Donegal stands as a beacon…

Wed 25 Oct

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Donegal County Council and Donegal Tourism have announced the launch of a new cross-channel marketin…