Fionntrá (Ventry)

About this spot

Fionntrá is a relatively sheltered sandy beach facing due east/southeast onto Cuan Fionntrá. Cuan Fionntrá is a sheltered inlet of Dingle Bay. There is an extensive sand dune system located on the beach which is dominated by marram grass. The land immediately beyond the dune system primarily comprises a mix of wetland and grassland. Activities are regulated under the Kerry County Council Beach Bye-Laws, 2013. Fionntrá is approximately 7km west of an Daingean and is located within the South Western River Basin District.

Facilities & access

Lifeguard

Yes

Parking

Yes

Toilets

Yes

Accessible entry

YesRamp

Dogs

NoDogs are not allowed on the Blue-Flag section of the Beach (ie. within the Lifeguard Patrol area) between 11am and 7pm each day from the 1st June to 15th September inclusive.

Public transport

No

Official water quality

Classified Excellent in 2025.

Fionntrá (Ventry) is classified as achieving Excellent Water Quality in 2025 based on the assessment of bacteriological results for the period 2022 to 2025. Fionntrá (Ventry) has achieved an Excellent Water Quality rating for the four consecutive years 2022 to 2025. Annual water quality ratings are generally calculated using monitoring results over a four-year period and are assessed against stringent bacterial limits to protect bather health.

Common questions

Can you swim at Fionntrá (Ventry) right now?

Fionntrá (Ventry) is currently marked "Good to go". No current pollution alerts — always assess conditions yourself. This reflects the latest data published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland). Conditions change quickly — always assess the water yourself before entering.

What is the water quality like at Fionntrá (Ventry)?

the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) classified Fionntrá (Ventry) as Excellent in 2025. Classifications are a rolling assessment of bacterial samples taken over four bathing seasons, measured against E. coli and intestinal enterococci limits set by the EU Bathing Water Directive.

Is there a swimming ban or warning at Fionntrá (Ventry)?

There are no active bathing restrictions published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland) for Fionntrá (Ventry). That is not a guarantee of safety — assess conditions yourself.

Is there a lifeguard at Fionntrá (Ventry)?

Yes — Fionntrá (Ventry) has lifeguard cover. Cover is seasonal; check locally before relying on it.

What facilities are there at Fionntrá (Ventry)?

Fionntrá (Ventry) has toilets, parking, accessible entry. Dogs are restricted. Facility information is published by the Environmental Protection Agency (Ireland).