The Emerald Isle has come up trumps once again.
Ireland is known for its beautiful panoramic views and its gorgeous landscapes - it's no wonder so many people queue in their droves to see the sights she has to offer.
The Giant's Causeway and Tara Hill are but just a few landmarks known for drawing in thousands of tourists a year, but one Irish landmark in particular has made it into the top 10 most beautiful routes in Europe.
Driving experts at LeaseCar.uk have compiled a list of the most scenic routes across Europe – including highways in countries such as France, Italy, Germany, and Scotland – to inspire the nation’s drivers to explore more of the world this summer.
Irish roadway the Ring of Kerry ranked number 8 on the list, with the survey saying the route "takes in some of the island’s most remarkable landscapes including the splendid scenery of the Killarney National Park, and the Macgillicuddy’s Reeks mountain range looms in the distance.
"It can be completed in the course of a long summer’s day, but if you have the time, try to allow two days to undertake a full circuit in daylight," it added.
The list in full goes as follows:
- Col de l’Iseran – France
- The Old Military Road – Scottish Highlands
- Nockalm Road – Austria
- Stelvio Pass – Italian Alps
- Port de Larrau – Pyrenees, Spain and France
- The Transfagarasan – Romania
- Route One – Iceland
- Ring of Kerry – Ireland
- Romantische Strasse – Germany
- Furka Pass – Swiss Alps
