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Journey along the peaceful Royal Canal Greenway. This old canal towpath runs alongside tranquil waters for 130km through bustling Maynooth all the way to charming Cloondara.

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Royal Canal Greenway - Maynooth
Royal Canal Greenway - Maynooth
Royal Canal Greenway - Maynooth

The Royal Canal Greenway starts at the unusual triangular shaped harbour in the ...

  • Approx. 6 km
Royal Canal Greenway - Enfield
Royal Canal Greenway - Enfield
Royal Canal Greenway - Enfield

Enfield in County Meath is a lovely location for an overnight stay, with accommo ...

  • Approx. 13 km
Royal Canal Greenway - Mullingar
Royal Canal Greenway - Mullingar
Royal Canal Greenway - Mullingar

The busy market town of Mullingar, County Westmeath, in the heart of Ireland's H ...

Royal Canal Greenway - Cloondara
Royal Canal Greenway - Cloondara
Royal Canal Greenway - Cloondara

The little tranquil harbour village of Cloondara, County Longford, is another op ...

  • Approx. 15 km
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Start exploring the trailDiscover picturesque waterside villages, an abundance of native wildlife and great days out as you explore the Royal Canal Greenway.
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