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About Dublin

Dublin is an old Viking village that later is beloved as a great cultural hub for music (U2, the Script), literature (Oscar Wilde, James Joyce) and beer. The name originates from the Celtic word “dubh Linn”, meaning black pool, referring to the dirty pool in Dublin castle. The city is split in two by River Liffey, with the main streets being O’Connell Street in the north and Grafton Street on the southside. Temple Bar District, just south of the Liffey is known for its Irish pubs and street musicians, as well as the city’s most famous pub (and tourist trap) “The Temple Bar”. If you are looking to hire a campervan in Dublin you should explore more than just the city centre, as there are many remarkable areas within a 30 minutes drive. We recommend the cosy neighbourhood Rathmines, the fishing village Howth, the coastal areas Killiney, Bray and Malahide as well as the Wicklow Mountains.

Dublin’s weather is cold, humid and wet due to its location in the Atlantic. Weather conditions come and go rapidly, and it is not uncommon for a sunny day to have several spills of rain. A local tip is to always carry a raincoat in your backpack at all times, as umbrellas rarely last in the high winds. In winter, temperatures are not extreme (usually 2-10°C), but high humidity and winds create a strong sensation of cold. During summer, days can be as long as 17h, however rarely go above 15-20°C. The warmest months are June and July, while the wettest period is between October and December. The rough weather does, however, create great conditions for watersport with ideal kite/windsurfing spots in Bull island and Poolbeg, minutes outside Dublin city centre. Dublin's biggest annual event is St. Patrick’s day, 17th March. The official Irish bank holiday brings tourists from near and far, to enjoy Guinness and great craic in the streets of Dublin. St.Patricks weekend together with the summer months (June-August), are the busiest and most expensive periods to travel to Dublin. April and May might be the best months visit as the green city are flourishing, the weather more dry and warm, while prices are relatively low.