Dublin Bay
A comprehensive overview of Dublin Bay and its key geographic regions and features.
Internal
Defines primary internal geographic subdivisions within Dublin Bay.
South Dublin Bay
The southern portion of Dublin Bay, characterized by sandy beaches, tidal estuary, and urban quays.
North Dublin Bay
The northern section of Dublin Bay, featuring cliffs near Howth, Wicklow outflow, and sandy beaches toward Portmarnock.
South Ireland Coastal
The broader southern coastal region linked to Dublin Bay, including the Irish Sea and associated marine habitats.
North Irish Sea
The broader offshore body of water connected to Dublin Bay, providing context for marine currents, shipping routes, and offshore wind.
Bordering
Lists the main geographic landforms or political borders that directly border Dublin Bay.
Dublin City
The capital city of Ireland, with extensive development along the southern shores of Dublin Bay including historic docks and modern quay.
Dún Laoghaire
A historic seaside town and ferry port on Dublin Bay, known for its pier, marina, and lakeside promenade.
Portmarnock
A popular seaside resort at the northern mouth of Dublin Bay, featuring sandy beaches and proximity to golf courses.
Howth
A scenic peninsula and fishing village on the northern edge of Dublin Bay, offering dramatic cliffs, a harbour, and wildlife viewing.
Routes
Highlights major transit and access routes linking to Dublin Bay.
M50 Motorway
The primary orbital highway encircling Dublin, providing key links to approaches from across Ireland and access to inner city routes.
Dublin Port Tunnel
A key infrastructure linking Dublin Port directly to the M50 and city core, facilitating freight movement beneath the bay.
Water
Provides context for Dublin Bay by listing major connected bodies of water and hydrological flow.
Irish Sea
The major marine basin to the east of Dublin Bay, connecting to the Atlantic and serving as a primary hydrological and ecological context.
Regional
Situates Dublin Bay within broader regional geographies.
East Coastal Region
The broader east-facing coastal region of Ireland that includes Dublin Bay and extends from Wicklow to Louth, characterized by low-lying estuaries and urban development.