Burtonport
Ireland · UlsterIE
Gaeltacht village in County Donegal, Ireland
Ailt an Chorráin or Ailt a' Chorráin is a Gaeltacht fishing village about 7 km (4 mi) northwest of Dungloe in The Rosses district of County Donegal, Ireland. The main employers in the village were the Burtonport Fishermen's Co-op and the Bord Iascaigh Mhara ice plant; but these have both since closed and their former premises were demolished in 2021 as part of a seafront environment upgrade scheme.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 270
- Coordinates
- 54.986, -8.431
- Timezone
- Europe/Dublin
Overview of Burtonport
Burtonport is the kind of tiny locality you find in Ulster, Ireland. It counts about 270 residents. And it shows in how much there is to see. What stands out most: nature. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Burtonport
Nature in Burtonport
(1)Burtonport records Islands under nature. It is a direct read of Burtonport's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Best time to visit Burtonport
Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
Getting there & around
Burtonport rewards a slow approach — a hub in Ulster, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Dublin on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Burtonport that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Burtonport known for?
- Travellers associate Burtonport with nature. It sits in Ulster, Ireland and counts about 270 residents.
- What can you do in Burtonport?
- Burtonport is tagged with Islands, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Burtonport?
- Water-based activities peak in June to September, when temperatures suit the coast and lakes.
- Where is Burtonport located?
- Burtonport belongs to Ulster, Ireland, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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