Rossnowlagh is renowned for its wonderful beach. Situated on the Atlantic coast of south-west Donegal, the resort is treasured for its dramatic views over Donegal Bay and the towering cliffs of Slieve League. Rossnowlagh Beach, with its wide, golden, four-kilometer crescent, is popular with families for its lovely sands, scenic strolls and safe swimming, with regular lifeguard patrols during the summer. But it's more famous still for its excellent surfing. With huge waves rolling in at up to twenty feet high, Rossnowlagh has long hosted a variety of surfing championships. Other sports enjoyed at the beach include jet and water skiing, kitesurfing, windsurfing, beach casting and sea fishing. Walking and cycling are favourite activities, with Rossnowlagh linking through country lanes to such nearby towns as Ballyshannon to the south, via the Kingfisher Trail coastal loop. Another route leads to Murvagh, where there is another long beach with great dunes, and the fine 18-hole Donegal Golf Club links course, set on a peninsula. Drivers may like to explore lively Donegal town, about 16 kilometers north of Rossnowlagh. Closer to home, the Donegal Historical Society Museum, contained in a 1950s- built Franciscan Friary, is well worth visiting. And spectators flock to the World Rally Championships when they are hosted by Rossnowlagh.
Places to Stay near Rossnowlagh
Harbour Inn Hotel & Restaurant (111.25 miles)
A destination for all seasons
Situated adjacent to Bowmore harbour, our small family run hotel offers superb accommodation, high quality award winning food and excellent service. As a base for touring Islay, described by the Lord ... More | visit website
The Ugadale Cottages (114.53 miles)
Ballygrant Inn & Restaurant (117.37 miles)
A family run Inn with a friendly Scottish welcome, excellent food, great selection of malt whiskies, beers and ales, David and Ruby Graham welcome you to ... More
Craigard House Hotel (118.38 miles)
Welcome to the Mull of Kintyre. Join us in this lovely old house, turned friendly and informal bijou hotel. Take the time to really relax and chill out in one of our cosy rooms, most ... More | visit website
Gigha Hotel (123.31 miles)
Portpatrick Hotel (123.75 miles)
We are blessed with having some beautiful ... More | visit website
Dunskey Guest House (123.95 miles)
Fernhill Hotel (123.95 miles)
With breath taking views over the village and harbour of the picturesque village of Portpatrick, Fernhill Hotel is the best place in the area to relax and enjoy the fantastic views, play the superb golf ... More | visit website
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel (124.52 miles)
Corsewall Lighthouse Hotel invests the charm and romance of an 1815 functioning lighthouse with the comforts of a small, very unique, luxury hotel and restaurant.
The Lighthouse is a listed 'A' building of major national importance. ... More | visit website
The Swan Inn (127.64 miles)
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