This is where the Norse Prince Breacan of Lochlann is said to have drowned when his boat sank there, so giving his name to this great whirlpool. The prince's dog managed to swim to land and went in search of his master.
According to legend, Norse Prince Breacan of Lochlann drowned while his ship sank in the whirlpool, and his dog swam to safety before searching for its master.