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Things to see in Baile Mhic Íre (Ireland): 25 places and when to go
Baile Mhic Íre is a town in Ireland, and this site lists 25 places in and around it, mainly Nature (15), Mountains (13), History (9). The best known are Mullaghanish, Musheramore and Knocknakilla. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Ireland · 51.9364, -9.1465
- Places
- 25 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (15) · Mountains (13) · History (9) · Temples (2) · Wildlife (1) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March and October.
- Nearest airport
- ORK Cork, 46 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Caherbarnagh, at 681 m.
What to see in Baile Mhic Íre
The places in and around Baile Mhic Íre, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- MullaghanishMountain in Ireland5.2 km
- MusheramoreMountain in Ireland14 km
- KnocknakillaMegalithic complex in Cork, Ireland11 km
- Carrigaphooca Castle14th century ruined castle in Cork, Ireland8.7 km
- Glantane EastMegalithic complex in County Cork, Ireland10 km
- Claragh MountainMountain in County Cork, Ireland13 km
- CaherbarnaghMountain in Ireland11 km
- Carrigaphooca Stone CircleStone circle in County Cork, Ireland8.9 km
- Lissacresig RingfortRingfort in County Cork, Ireland5.9 km
- CarrigarierkMountain in County Cork, Ireland15 km
- CoomataggartMountain in Ireland13 km
- Gortnagane Ring FortRuins14 km
- Killeen MountainMountain in County Kerry, Ireland14 km
- KnocknagowanMountain in County Kerry, Ireland8.8 km
- KnocknamorkSummit6.0 km
- LackabaunMountain in Ireland5.4 km
- Mount ProspectMountain in Ireland14 km
- MusherabegMountain in County Cork, Ireland12 km
- MweelinMountain in Ireland9.6 km
- The GearaghNature reserve and ramsar site in County Cork, Ireland12 km
- Nine White DeerBrewery1 m
- Saint Gobnait's WellHoly well in Ballyvourney dedicated to Saint Gobnait with the feast day on the 11th of February1.3 km
- Sli Gaeltacht MuscraiHiking6.5 km
- St Coleman's ChurchChurch in Macroom, County Cork, Ireland13 km
And the other 1, by what you come to do:
- History: Cloghboola Beg
When to go to Baile Mhic Íre
The best time to visit Baile Mhic Íre is April to September; also possible: February to March and October. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not8:02
- FebPossible9:40
- MarPossible11:31
- AprBest time13:38
- MayBest time15:26
- JunBest time16:27
- JulBest time16:02
- AugBest time14:26
- SepBest time12:23
- OctPossible10:20
- NovBetter not8:30
- DecBetter not7:33
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 33. In April, 25 of the 25 places are at their best.
When to go to Ireland in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Baile Mhic Íre
The nearest main airport is Cork International Airport (ORK, Cork), 46 km as the crow flies. How to get around Ireland (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Killarney46 places28 km
- Glengariff26 places34 km
- Rosscarbery22 places41 km
- Cork41 places45 km
- Kinsale20 places50 km
- Baltimore26 places52 km
And all of Ireland, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Baile Mhic Íre?
The best known: Mullaghanish, Musheramore, Knocknakilla, Carrigaphooca Castle, Glantane East. In all, 25 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Baile Mhic Íre?
April to September; also possible: February to March and October. In June there are 16 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 33.
How do you get to Baile Mhic Íre?
The nearest main airport is Cork International Airport (ORK), 46 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Baile Mhic Íre as the destination and these 25 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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