Fountainstown

Fountainstown

Fountainstown ("Baile Mantáin" in Irish) is a small town in County Cork, Province of Munster, Ireland, situated some 23 km south of Cork city. It is a seaside town with impressive views of Ringabella and Roche's Point.

Places of interest

* The coast road between Fountainstown and Myrtleville is a popular promenade.
* Five minutes from the town centre is Fountainstown house, an impressive stately home built by Lord Fontaine in the 18th century.

Transport & communications

* Nearest airport Cork Airport


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