Cahersiveen – the gem of the south west

CAHERSIVEEN is more than just a place…it’s a destination where history, landscape and culture seem in perfect harmony with the march of time; a place where keeping the things that matter most in a world rapidly changing are given priority. Cahersiveen has certainly achieved this balance and while modernity is given prominence in the range of shops and educational services available, they don’t come at the cost of local character and culture.

Cahersiveen continues to be a vibrant hub in the heart of Iveragh with businesses well accustomed to weathering more than just the occasional Atlantic storm. The town has faced - and come through - many economic challenges in its time and it continues to keep its best side out. A deep sense of community is essential to how Cahersiveen does its business and its story is essentially about people rallying together for the greater good of community.

Its annual Summer Festival of Music and Arts is testament to this assertion where houses are painted, streets cleaned and baskets of flowers adorn every nook and cranny in preparation for the deluge of visitors that descend on the town. But while the town is a major attraction for overseas and seasonal visitors, its potential as an all-year-round destination for adventure tourism is also worthy of mention: hillwalking, fishing and traversing The Wild Atlantic Way are just some of the aspects that give Cahersiveen a 52-weeks of the year reputation. Sport is also something that sends a strong pulse through the people of Cahersiveen where a proud rowing and footballing tradition speaks volumes for the interest and dedication of its people.

Cahersiveen is a proud place where visitors can enjoy stunning scenery and a warm welcome from locals - a gem of the south.

Cahersiveen Marina.