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Lahinch

A seaside town with a long sandy beach, one of Ireland's best surfing spots.

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Open
Always
Price
Free
Time Needed
2 hours
Address
Lahinch Promenade, County ClareDirections
Getting There
About 15 minutes by car south of the cliffs.

Why Go

Surf schools line the promenade, and the beach is wide enough for families even when the waves are up. The town also has a famous links golf course.

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