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Crosshaven

Munster, Ireland · Europe

About Crosshaven

Crosshaven is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Cobh, 24km from Blarney Castle.

Crosshaven is a town located in Munster, Ireland. With a population of 2,577, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Crosshaven sits in Ireland, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/Dublin time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Crosshaven to your route.

About Crosshaven

Crosshaven (Irish: Bun an Tábhairne) is a village in County Cork, Ireland. It is in lower Cork Harbour at the mouth of the River Owenabue, across from Currabinny Wood, 15 km south-east of the centre of Cork city. Originally a fishing village, from the 19th century, the economy of the area became more reliant on a

Read more growing tourism industry.

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Crosshaven offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Crosshaven located?

Crosshaven is located in Munster, Ireland, Europe. The coordinates are 51.7983 latitude, -8.3008 longitude.

What is the population of Crosshaven?

Crosshaven has a population of approximately 2,577 people, making it a town in Ireland.

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Quick Information

Population
2,577
Continent
Europe
Country
Ireland
Region
Munster
Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Coordinates
51.7983, -8.3008

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Ireland

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left
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Worth the detour from Crosshaven

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

landmark

Kinsale

A colourful harbour town of gourmet restaurants and yachts, gateway to the start of the Wild Atlantic Way.

19 km · about 20 min drive

castle

Blarney Castle

Medieval stronghold famous for the Blarney Stone, which legend says grants the gift of eloquence to all who kiss it while leaning backwards.

24 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Old Head of Kinsale

A slender headland with a lighthouse and clifftop views where the Lusitania sank offshore in 1915.

27 km · about 30 min drive

mountain pass

The Vee

V-shaped hairpin pass on the R668 climbing to 610m through the Knockmealdown Gap between Clogheen and Lismore, ablaze with rhododendron in late May. Overlooks Bay Lough and the Golden Vale patchwork below.

57 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Crosshaven

  • 27 kmOld Head of KinsaleA slender headland with a lighthouse and clifftop views where the Lusitania sank offshore in 1915.
  • 57 kmThe VeeV-shaped hairpin pass on the R668 climbing to 610m through the Knockmealdown Gap between Clogheen and Lismore, ablaze with rhododendron in late May. Overlooks Bay Lough and the Golden Vale patchwork below.
  • 73 kmCopper Coast GeoparkA UNESCO Global Geopark along the R675 in Waterford, with coves and cliffs formed from old volcanic and mining ground.

Driving in Ireland

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.78/litre
Motorway tolls
~€2.10/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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