beach in Donegal, Ireland

Rossnowlagh Beach

Donegal Bay's funnel shape can turn this gentle family beach into a winter surf break with 7-metre waves.

Worth the wander

Rossnowlagh, officially Belalt Strand, is a 3-4 km Blue Flag beach between Ballyshannon and Donegal Town, popular with families, surfers and walkers, with a Franciscan friary overlooking the sand.

Quick answers

Cost: Free
Time and distance: Approx. 3-4 km Blue Flag strand; 1-1.5 hour walk
Parking: Free car park with access ramps to the beach

Find your way

Rossnowlagh, Co. Donegal