On day 6 we drove the Ring of Beare, south of Killarny. The route is less known and quieter than the Ring of Kerry. The roads are slightly narrower, but nature and vistas are just as spectacular.

From the hotel we drive to Gap or Dunloe (RP3), this is a very narrow mountain road through the beautiful green Irish landscape with rocks and small streams and lakes.

The Ring of Beare is a beautiful route with many curves, hills, beautiful views and many historic sights. There are also a lot of points to stop. So prepare well and make a list of the points you want to visit and adjust the route with additional waypoints.

At RP20 you can choose to turn right to visit the island of Dursey. The crossing is with a cable job. We did not do this because of the time and followed the route (RP26).

In Castletownbere you can stop for a lunch at the Old Backery (RP29) and then take the ferry to the island of Bere at RP31. Between RP30 and 31 the TT and Garmin route are not identical, so follow the signs to the ferry.
A short winding road with beautiful views runs over the small island.
At RP34 we take back the ferry. If you want to save time you can follow the R572 from Castletownbere, at RP36 you are back on the route.

The route follows the coastline and on the way there are several points to stop to take pictures.

From RP41 you follow Kenmare Road (N71) through the Glenngariff Woods Nature Reserve, a beautiful narrow winding route through the woods, watch out for oncoming traffic.

In Kenmare (RP46) there are several pubs and restaurants to take a break.
At RP51 we take Molls Gap back to our hotel in Killarney.
Molls Gap is part of the Ring of Kerry, this is a beautiful winding route back to Killarney. At Ladies View (RP53) definitely stop to take pictures. This is one of the most beautiful panoramas of Ireland.