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Our Limerick Images

To celebrate the Limerick brand Limerick: Atlantic Edge, European Embrace, we invited photographers, both amateur and professional to capture the beautiful contradictions of Limerick’s distinctive character, warm yet gritty; proud yet humble; creative, yet driven.

We received hundreds of entries and you can view a selection of our favourites here - we loved reading the photographer's descriptions of what is special to them about Limerick!

Curraghchase Camping Park. Limerick is a vibrant city full of character but also boasts the most beautiful forest parks to relax, unwind and embrace the wilderness.

Tony Clancy

Summer Solstice sun rises at 5.15AM at the ancient Stone Circle at Lough Gur, Co Limerick.

Keith Wiseman

There is no better view and a pleasure to photograph Limerick from the Thomond Bridge in the morning when the sky is on fire.

Piotr Machowczyk

My image of the River Shannon is a reflection of the energy of the City.

Ray Moloney

This image shows how Limerick City is the most picturesque city in Ireland.

Dean Ahern

This image shows, the moon rising over Galtymore Mountain, and gives us a glimpse, of the wonders that await, in Co. Limerick.

Tom Quish

Riverside of Limerick from King Johns Castle up to the Clayton Hotel.

Bobby Nowak

The Dockers Monument at the Shannon edge, embraces the sunset. This image not only captures a glimpse of our great city, but also acknowledges how the importance of the dockers who greatly contributed to the success of this major city.

Sean Carroll

Enjoy Limerick Safely

With the 5km limit now extended to county-wide travel, there's no better time to rediscover your Limerick and explore what’s close to home!

Embarking on a scenic drive in your own car or taking in some exercise on a new walking route are fantastic ways to safely enjoy Limerick during Covid-19 restrictions but we recommend that you follow government guidelines before you venture anywhere.

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Explore The Great Outdoors

While we are all spending increased time at home and practicing social distancing, it is more important than ever to get fresh air and exercise. We have a huge listing of walking routes across Limerick city and county so you’re sure to find new trails and places to go within the county!

Broadford - Ashford Trails, Co. Limerick

Walking & Hiking

It's time to start exploring more of our beautiful county again and walking is by far the best way to safely enjoy all that Limerick has to offer!

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Curraghchase Forest Park

Explore the forest walks, follow the fairy trail and have fun in the double decker play bus!

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Lough Gur

This mystical lakeshore setting offers stunning views and impressive walkways.

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Glin Heritage Trails

Explore three trails with the Shannon Estuary forming a remarkable background setting.

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Clare Glens

Breathtaking scenery awaits with wild dense forest combined with the calm rushing of crystal clear waterfalls

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Knockfierna

A beautiful scenic location for a hike, Cnoc Dhoinn Firinne, is simply steeped in local history and folklore.

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City Centre to University of Limerick Riverbank Walk

UL Riverbank

This 3.25km shared walkway/cycleway weaves its way along the River Shannon from the city to the university.

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Castleconnell River Walk

A walk through the pretty town of Castleconnell and riverbank is good for the mind and body.

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Broadford -Ashford Walking Trails, Co. Limerick

Broadford Ashford Trails

Enjoy the majestic landscape of rolling hills & open farmland along these eight routes of varying distance and difficulty.

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The Three Bridges

The Three Bridges Slí na Sláinte is a 3.6km walk beginning at Follow a stunning route along the banks of the River Shannon and passing some of Limerick's most iconic landmarks.

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Scenic County Roadtrips

The Shannon Estuary Way

The Shannon Estuary is a spectacular and unspoilt estuary located just off the Wild Atlantic Way. Along the Shannon Estuary Drive, you will find delightful towns, pretty villages and world famous fishing sites.

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West Limerick Drive

There is so much to discover in West Limerick. Hills, valleys, rivers and lakes, forests, hiking trails, canoeing, mountain biking, historic monuments and so much more.

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East County Limerick

There really are a wealth of experiences just waiting to be explored along this drive, each one a chapter in a fascinating saga of Limerick’s history and heritage. You’ll discover a story with every stop!

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Save Livelihoods

Shop Limerick

Limerick.ie/Shop lets you connect with, browse and buy from businesses across Limerick. Please support your local community - buy a local business voucher, find out about neighbourhood food deliveries or order a take-out from your favourite restaurant.

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Limerick's Street Art

Renowned street artists from all over the world come to Limerick to make their mark, and what they leave behind are vibrant, evocative, uniting murals and messages. Here's a collection of some of Limerick's most stunning street art as photographed by you!

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Our Limerick Stories

The great patchwork quilt of characters that makes up Limerick city and county is unveiled in 'Our Limerick Stories', a video series that captures the diversity and wit of one of Limerick’s greatest assets – its people. These short videos celebrate Limerick's brilliant mix of characters & stories!