One of the great joys of visiting the Lough Derg area is to take a leisurely drive through attractive countryside offering many magnificent lake views, with the opportunity to explore the sights and attractions, the folklore and history and the warmth of the people.
Here, we list a number of suggested driving routes in the area and summarise where they take you.
To get the best possible view and perspective on magical Lough Derg itself, it is recommended you take ‘A Drive around Lough Derg’.
For a pleasant journey through the delightful areas of North Tipperary, East Galway and South Offaly, check out ‘A Drive in the heart of the Shannon Valley’.
To get a great insight into the attractions of County Tipperary, known as the ‘Premier County’, the ‘Drive through Tipperary’ is the obvious choice.
Similarly, ‘A Drive through County Offaly’ will enable you to explore the many scenic parts and interesting sights of this county.
Summary details of each route are given below, and you can download more detailed information on each by clicking on Info Downloads and scrolling to the appropriate name.