Courtmacsherry Loop Walk
This circular walk explores the coast and countryside surrounding the village of Courtmacsherry in the western part of County Cork.
The 5km walk includes woodland trails, wonderful sea views and paths lined with beautiful deep purple fuchsia in late summer.
To continue your walking around the village head west to the stunning Seven Heads Peninsula and try the popular Seven Heads Walk near Clonakilty. The long circular route visits a number of picturesque coastal villages, sandy beaches and lovely bays.
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Courtmacsherry County Cork. Courtmacsherry is a picturesque tidal harbour offering ample space for safe and sheltered sailing and leisure activities. Its name, "Cuirt Mhic Sheafraidh" in Irish, translates to MacSherry’s Court, reflecting its early settlers. Over time, it became anglicised to Courtmacsherry. Once the summer residence of the Earl of Shannon, Courtmacsherry boasts exotic trees, shrubs, and woods planted around the village. During the Victorian era, it flourished as a holiday destination for Cork city residents.
Courtmacsherry houses. In the early 18th century, the Coast Guard patrolled the coast, chasing smugglers. Their cottages still overlook the harbour today. The village, situated along the south shore of Courtmacsherry Bay, is flanked by dense woods on rising ground. These woods, planted by the Earl of Shannon, extend eastwards to the sea, culminating at Wood Point. Between the village and the Point, trees stretch to the water's edge, with natural bathing coves scattered along the coastline.
Footpath in Courtmarksherry Wood
Fox's Cove, near Courtmacsherry, looking south
Lifeboat jetty at Courtmacsherry. Courtmacsherry is proud to host the fastest RNLI all-weather lifeboats. Today, Courtmacsherry boasts a vibrant community with ongoing developments, including the refurbishment of the pier and pontoon for boats and yachts, as well as enhancements to the promenade and tennis court. The village offers numerous pubs and restaurants with nightly local entertainment.
Mahon Abbey and Castle ruins. Not on this walk but located just west of Courtmacsherry and worth a visit.