East of Ireland Walks - On River and Canal
A Walking Guide
Like secret highways, Ireland's rivers and canals wind their way through undiscovered parts of the country that are rich in wildlife, history and folklore. Walking our little-used waterside trails reveals hidden threads of wildness through rural and urban Ireland, rich in flora and fauna, and uncovers remnants of a time when life in Ireland revolved around its waterways rather than roads.
This guide introduces some of the best river and canal trails in Leinster, from short strolls to long day-hikes, and one multi-day trek. It features deep wooded valleys in Wicklow, the big rivers of the south-east, old canals that criss-cross the midlands, and suburban rivers in Dublin. With an eye out for wildlife, the author describes these walking routes by Ireland's rivers and canals, while recounting local history and offering practical advice for walkers. Whether you are new to hiking in Ireland or and experienced walker, these new and less-trodden paths will bring you to places of unexpected beauty.
The Dodder
01: Ringsend to Firhouse | 14km
The Liffey
02: Lucan to Leixlip | 6km
The Grand Canal
03: Lucan Road Bridge to Sallins | 17km
04: Milltown to Pollardstown Fen | 12km
05: Tullamore to Ferbane | 28km
The Royal Canal
06: Enfield to Kilcock | 13km
07: Mullingar to Ballynacargy | 18.5km
The Boyne
08: Boyne Ramparts Walk, Navan to Stackallen | 6.5km
The Barrow
09: Old Mill Loop, Glenbarrow | 10km
The Clodiagh
10: Brittas Loop, Clonaslee | 6.5km
The Silver River
11: Paul's Lane Loop & The Offaly Way | 17km
The Nore
12: Dunmore Woods Loop, Durrow | 15km
13: Nore Valley Way - Kilkenny to Bennettsbridge | 13km
The Barrow Way
14: Robertstown to Monasterevin | 24.5km
15: Monasterevin to Athy | 22.5km
16: Athy to Carlow | 19km
17: Carlow to Goresbridge | 25.5km
18: Goresbridge to St. Mullins | 22.5km
The Derry River
19: Railway Walk & Tomnafinnoge Wood River Walk | 10km
The Avonmore
20: River Walk, Avondale Forest Park | 5km
21: Blue Loop, Vale of Clara Nature Reserve | 9.5km
The Vartry
22: Waterfall Walk, The Devil's Glen | 5km
Book Details | |
Title | East of Ireland Walks |
Subtitle | On River and Canal |
Book Series | A Walking Guide |
Author | Lenny Antonelli |
Publisher | The Collins Press |
Release Date | April 2015 |
Language | English |
Cover | Paperback |
Map Details | 1 Overview Map. 24 Route Maps |
Printed Pages | 128 Pages |
Size | 19.7cm x 12.7cm x 0.8cm |
Postal Weight | 235g |
East of Ireland Walks - On River and Canal | A Walking Guide
- Company: Collins Press
- Product Code: CP EIW
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