Inishbofin, County Galway

Inishbofin (derived from the Irish Inis Bó Finne meaning 'Island of the White Cow') is a small island off the coast of Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. Inishbofin has around 180 inhabitants and is a tourist destination.

Inishbofin
Native name:
Inis Bó Finne
Road above Inishbofin harbour
Inishbofin
Geography
LocationAtlantic Ocean
Coordinates53°37′N 10°12′W
Area12 km2 (4.6 sq mi)
Length5.5 km (3.42 mi)
Width3 km (1.9 mi)
Highest elevation70 m (230 ft)
Highest pointWestquarter
Administration
Ireland
ProvinceConnacht
CountyGalway
Demographics
Population184 (2022)
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