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Ferns

Leinster, Ireland · Europe

About Ferns

Ferns sits on the route: 20 minutes from Ballinroad, 48km from Glendalough.

Ferns is a town located in Leinster, Ireland. With a population of 1,415, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Ferns 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 Ferns to your route.

About Ferns

Ferns (Irish: Fearna, short for Fearna Mór Maedhóg) is a historic town in north County Wexford, Ireland. It is 11 km (7 mi) north of Enniscorthy. The remains of Ferns Castle are in the centre of the town. The town is in a civil parish of the same name.

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Where is Ferns located?

Ferns is located in Leinster, Ireland, Europe. The coordinates are 52.5883 latitude, -6.4997 longitude.

What is the population of Ferns?

Ferns has a population of approximately 1,415 people, making it a town in Ireland.

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Quick Information

Population
1,415
Continent
Europe
Country
Ireland
Region
Leinster
Timezone
Europe/Dublin
Coordinates
52.5883, -6.4997

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 Ferns

5 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Vale of Avoca

A wooded river valley on the R752 in Wicklow at the meeting of the Avonmore and Avonbeg rivers.

36 km · about 40 min drive

ancient ruins

Glendalough

Atmospheric early medieval monastic settlement in a glacial valley in the Wicklow Mountains, with round tower, stone churches and tranquil lakes.

48 km · about 55 min drive

mountain pass

Wicklow Gap

High mountain pass on the R756 across the Wicklow Mountains between Hollywood and Glendalough, following the medieval pilgrims' route of St Kevin's Road through wild granite moorland.

50 km · about 55 min drive

landmark

Hook Head Lighthouse

One of the oldest operational lighthouses in the world, guiding ships for over 800 years at the tip of the Hook Peninsula in Wexford.

59 km · about 70 min drive

landmark

Dunmore East

Picturesque fishing village on the Waterford coast with red sandstone cliffs, sheltered coves and a charming harbour.

59 km · about 70 min drive

Driving roads near Ferns

  • 36 kmVale of AvocaA wooded river valley on the R752 in Wicklow at the meeting of the Avonmore and Avonbeg rivers.
  • 50 kmWicklow GapHigh mountain pass on the R756 across the Wicklow Mountains between Hollywood and Glendalough, following the medieval pilgrims' route of St Kevin's Road through wild granite moorland.
  • 65 kmSally GapA high crossroads pass over the Wicklow Mountains amid blanket bog, with the famous Military Road running through.
  • 78 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

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