Visit Sneem.

Sneem is a small coastal village in Kerry, located on the Iveragh Peninsula. Sneem is one of the villages on the Ring of Kerry circuit, one of Ireland’s most beautiful roads, which crosses Kerry over 180km. Sneem is a typical Irish village, where the inhabitants live to the rhythm of the ocean and the flow of tourists who come to discover the village… All in all, a very pleasant place to stop off…

Visit Sneem

A quiet, peaceful village

Sneem is located on the N70 road, one of County Kerry’s main thoroughfares. The village’s Gaelic name “Une tSnaidhm” is thought to mean “Knot” in English. One theory is that the name comes from the fact that the River Sneem forms a swirling knot as it flows into Kenmare Bay. Others believe that Sneem forms a knot when the village is observed from the air.

In any case, Sneem is a small coastal village, built along a charming little beach. Traditionally, the village lives from fishing and tourism, and is particularly appreciated for the warmth of its people, its pubs and local shops, whose colorful signs are most attractive.

Sneem is famous for its crafts and local shops.

A special mention goes to “Hickey’s Music”, a well-stocked traditional Irish music store, where you can buy CDs (to accompany you on your car journey), or Irish instruments such as bodhràns and tin whistles.

Don’t miss the many sculptures in town either: one of them comes from Egypt, and features the goddess Isis. Another, in St Michael’s Church, depicts the risen Christ, and is said to be the work of Joseph McNally. Another, located in a downtown street, features the French politician Charles de Gaulle, in tribute to his frequent visits during his time as President of France.

Don’t hesitate to take a stroll along the village’s main avenue: you’ll appreciate the peaceful calm of its inhabitants, and the inescapable charm of the nearby ocean…