Dergie Says Welcome
Hi, my name's Dergie and i'm here to help you have a super holiday on Lough Derg, in Ireland's Shannon Region.
If you feel like exploring the lough on two wheels, then this is the place for you!
In this section, i've set out ideas, suggestions and recommendations for cyclists.
Regards Dergie
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Castles and Churches of Clare and Galway
This 221km (138ml) circular route through areas in the hinterland of Lough Derg will give you a wonderful insight into Irish heritage.
A good starting point is Bunratty Castle, only 10km (6ml) from Shannon International Airport, and the best known mediaeval castle in Ireland. The adjoining Folk Park is a living museum of how the Irish people lived during the turn of the 20th century and is well worth a look around.
Not far from Bunratty is another mediaeval castle, Knappogue Castle and Craggaunowen, which offers an intriguing perspective on pre-historic and early Christian Ireland.
The main towns en route are Portumna, Loughrea and Ballinasloe, all of them with fine castles or cathedrals or both.
To download full details of this Cycle route, click here.
Further information can also be had from:
Tourist Information Office
Limerick
Co Limerick
+353 (0)61 317522
touristofficelimerick@shannondev.ie
