Bundoran – The Irish Surfing Capital

bundoranIt’s not only Ireland that has emerged as a time-honored European surfing paradise in the world, even Bundoran’s surf-apt waves are no more a top secret. It is a great surf spot fêted in an entire Europe. Featured with world class waves, it has secured a high up to be known as a surf up spot that needs nothing more to tempt grommets around the globe who are hunting for the good swells.

This dream shore is located in the close proximity to an Irish province called Donegal and boasts of a fine air and road connectivity.

Shores with less crowd, silky breaks and just right conditions make Bundoran a good surfing destination, especially for beginners. The dozens of surf sites pull surfers of almost all levels. Just 3 hours distance from the Irish capital, Dublin, the coast of Bundoran has witnessed many gnarly sets over the period. However, the tubular, huge, smooth and straight waves ranging from 4 feet to even 10 feet height can usually be found.

For this reason, Bundoran is believed as a glinting gem in the crown of Donegal and eventually, the surfing world in Ireland. It’s a magnet to the waves with 3 miles radius or probably the shore with highest concentrations of such world class waves. It has abundant point, reef and beach breaks bestowing just right surfing ambiance consistently. The best time to experience the charm of Bundoran is September to May.

‘Tullan Strand’ is a recommended site for beginners while a celebrated break called ‘The Peak’ is perhaps the more challenging one and so it remains on the radar of more advanced surfers around the world. The Main Beach, Mullaghmore, Streedagh, Rossnowlagh and Strandhill are few more that can be named.

Euro Surf, the Bundoran Surfing Championships and several more events are another attraction of Bundaron which professional surfers and spectators flock to. Taking all the things together, Bundaron successfully portrays itself as an Irish surfing capital. So! Why not to pack stuff, get there and paddle for some treasured rides on the heavenly waves of Bundoran.

 

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