Forgotten History
Blackrock Castle
Passage West, Ireland
Blackrock Castle is a castellated fortification located at Blackrock, about 2 km from Cork city centre on the banks of the River Lee in Ireland. Originally developed as a coastal defence fortification in the 16th century to protect upper Cork Harbour and port, the site now houses an observatory, visitor centre and restaurant.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Passage West, Ireland
- Coordinates
- 51.90000, -8.40250
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q4185813
What is Blackrock Castle?
Blackrock Castle is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Red Abbey, Ichigo Ichie, Franciscan Well, Barryscourt Castle.
Where is Blackrock Castle?
Blackrock Castle is in Passage West, Ireland. Coordinates: 51.90000, -8.40250.
How do I get to Blackrock Castle?
Blackrock Castle is at Passage West, Ireland (51.90000, -8.40250). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.