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 stretching your legs, then this is the place for you!
In this section, i've set out ideas, suggestions and recommendations for walkers.
Regards Dergie
Mapping
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The Lough Derg Way
What a marvellous way to explore and enjoy the delights of one of Europe’s greatest waterways! Follow the Lough Derg Way and you will be captivated by the wondrous beauty, changing landscape and spectacular waters of the largest lake on the mighty River Shannon.
The National Waymarked Way brings you into close contact with the massive expanse of uncongested 13,000 hectare (32,000 acre) waterway.
The Lough Derg Way stretches from Limerick City to Killaloe, a distance of 26kms ( 16miles) and from Killaloe/Ballina to Dromineer – a distance of 32kms (20 miles).
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Directions to the Lough Derg Way Trailheads
The Lough Derg Way is best accessed at one of five key trailheads, which provide information map boards and car parking. The trailheads are located reasonably close to other services and facilities, such as shops, accommodation, restaurants and public transport. The trailheads are located as follows:
Trailhead 1 – Limerick City
Limerick City is located approximately 25km from Shannon Airport and 37km from Ennis. This trailhead is located at the Limerick City Tourist Information office at Arthur’s Quay in the centre of Limerick City.
Trailhead 2 – Clonlara
Clonlara is located on the R463, approximately 10km from Limerick City. This trailhead is located in the centre of the village.
Trailhead 3 – Killaloe/Ballina
Killaloe/Ballina is located on the R463 and is 28km from Limerick City. This trailhead is located at the Riverside Car Park on the Killaloe side of the River Shannon and is situated close to the Tourist Information Office.
Trailhead 4 – Garrykennedy
Garrykennedy is located on the shores of Lough Derg, off the R494 near Portroe. The trailhead is located in the village, adjacent to this very popular harbour and marina.
Trailhead 5 – Dromineer
Dromineer is located, off the N52, on the R495. The trailhead is located in the village, adjacent to this very popular harbour and marina.
Further details are also available from:
Tourist Information Office, Limerick
Telephone: +353 (0)61 317522
Fax: +353 (0)61 317939
E-mail: touristofficelimerick@shannondev.ie
