Duration: 2-3h
* Spectacular coastal views from Tankardstown Engine House – Auniquely conserved 19th century mining structure.
* Trained UNESCO Global Geopark guides
* Flexible itinerary based on your interests and requirements
You can book a a guided tour of the Copper Coast UNESCO Global Geopark with our trained local guides.
On a typical walking tour you will walk through Ireland’s only outdoor geological timeline. Learn how earth’s forces shaped a landscape and why the Copper Coast is a UNESCO site.
See where a Copper boom shaped a community. And what happened when the ore ran out.
Our Geoheritage Mining Tour
On a typical (2–3 hour)walking tour you will walk through Ireland’s only outdoor geological timeline. Learn how earth’s forces shaped a landscape and why the Copper Coast is a UNESCO site. See where a Copper boom shaped a community. And what happened when the ore ran out.
Self drive to the Copper Coast Geopark in the picturesque village of Bunmahon. Here, one of our trained guides will meet your group. Starting at the Visitor Centre, you will embark on a two hour walking tour stopping at Geopark sites such as: The Geopark mining exhibition, Tankardstown Engine House, Stage Cove, Bunmahon Geological Garden and more.
Your tour ends at the Geopark visitor centre where there is a café and smallgift shop selling locally made crafts.
Own transport required
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Tour may be cancelled in case of adverse weather Stroller accessible
Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level.
For a full refund, cancel at least 48 hours in advance of the start date of your tour.
