This is a list of the extreme points of Ireland – the points that are farthest north, south, east or west. It includes the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
Often the term "Malin to Mizen" is used when encompassing the entire island from north to south. The Geographical centre of Ireland is 8.85 kilometres N.N.W of Athlone Town.
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