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Walkers are spoilt for choice with Limerick’s gently undulating countryside from the majestic Ballyhoura Mountains in the Golden Vale to the leafy forest paths of Curraghchase; from sweeping coastal vistas along the Shannon Estuary Way to the rush of clear waters at Clare Glens. Here are just some of the hidden gems just waiting to be explored!

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Limerick City Routes

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Three Bridges Walk

The Three Bridges Walking Route, Limerick City

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

Limerick Student City - Students strolling in Peoples Park Limerick. (Pic Alan Place)

City Centre Slí na Sláinte Walking Route

The City Centre Slí na Sláinte is a 3.8km route which takes in the heart of Limerick City.

Neil Cusack Trail, Condell Road

Neil Cusack Olympic Trail, Condell Road

Named after the only Irish athlete to have won the Boston Marathon, this 2.6km trail is extremely popular with local runners and walkers alike.

City Centre to UL Riverbank Walk

City Centre to University of Limerick Riverbank Walk

This 3.25km shared walkway/cycleway weaves its way through a special area of conservation along the River Shannon from Limerick City centre to the University of Limerick campus. The route also boasts a range of outdoor fitness equipment for all to enjoy!

City Centre to Shannon Fields Walk

City to Shannon Fields Riverside Walk

This scenic 3.2km shared walking and cycling trail which runs through the historic Shannon Fields honours Limerick Olympian and World Cross Country Champion Michael O’Shea. Exercise stations are available along the route.

Corbally Baths and the Red Path Walkway

Corbally Baths & Red Path Walkway

Beginning at the end of the Mill Road, the Corbally Baths & Red Path Walkway is a popular walking spot along the River Shannon.

Castletroy Slí na Sláinte

Castletroy Slí na Sláinte Walking Route

This circuit continues northwards through the suburb of Castletroy, along the Dublin Road and past the University of Limerick campus.

Baggot Estate, Limerick

Baggot Estate Nature Park, Ballinacurra

Discover the bees, bugs and blooms that grow, crawl and fly in Limerick's urban forest at Baggott Estate Nature Park.

County Limerick Trails

Explore County Limerick’s great outdoors where spectacular countryside, mountain trails, forest parks and beautiful scenery awaits. Whether you’re after an easy amble or a long distance hike, there is something to suit explorers young and old!

Limerick Greenway. Photo: Sean Curtin

Limerick Greenway

The 40km Greenway path through captivating Limerick countryside, offers day-trippers and families the option to explore rural Limerick by cycling, running or walking.

Galtymore. Photo: Gareth Laheen

Standing at a majestic 919m high, Galtymore is the highest point of counties Limerick and Tipperary in the Galtee Mountain range.

Kilmoylan Woods Nature Walk. Photo: Gareth Laheen

Kilmoylan Woods

Starting in Doon Village, the trail provides a peaceful nature and biodiversity walk through farmland and forestry.

Liskennett Forest Park. Photo: Gareth Laheen

Liskennett Forest Trail

Liskennett Woods is the perfect spot to get fresh air and reconnect with nature.

Broadford Ashford Trails, Limerick

Ashford to Broadford Way

Nestled into the Mullaghareirk mountain range with steep climbs in sections, this trail is best suited to experienced walkers.

Attychraan Loop Walk

Attychraan Loop

A family friendly looped walk through Galtee Castle Woods that weaves its way through forestry and farmland with spectacular views of the majestic Galtee Mountains.

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An attractive long distance hiking trail through the lush Golden Vale offering seven trailheads across three different counties - Cork, Limerick and Tipperary.

Clare Glens

A hidden woodland walk along the Clare River, which separates counties Limerick and Tipperary, with gushing waterfalls, rapids and wildlife to explore along the way.

Curraghchase, Co. Limerick. Photo: Paul Corey

Curraghchase Forest Park

The perfect picnic spot and ideal location for little explorers with 300 hectares of rolling parkland, walking trails, woodlands, lakes, a magical fairy trail and playgrounds just waiting to be enjoyed.

Stunning views of the Shannon Estuary from a lookout point on the Knights Walk, Glin, Co. Limerick

Glin Heritage Walking Trails

Explore a series of spectacular coastal and woodland walks with sweeping views across the stunning Shannon Estuary and surrounding countryside

River Keale Walk, Co. Limerick

Keale River Walk

Take a leisurely ramble through Irish woodland and along scenic river paths with lots of little bridges in between! Fenced from start to finish, it is completely safe, and ideal for a family adventure.

Knockfierna, County Limerick

Knockfierna Walking Trail

Steeped in local history and folklore, Knockfierna can be accessed by a number of pathways, which start in Ballingarry, with spectacular sights across County Limerick from the summit.

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Lough Gur Trails

Explore the ancient wonders of mythical Lough Gur, one of Ireland’s most important and unique archaeological treasures, on a series of short family friendly lakeshore trails.

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The Slieve Felim Way

Stretching from Murroe, Co. Limerick to Silvermines Village, Co. Tipperary, the Slieve Felim Way is a great choice for a long distance, scenic walk through the heart of beautiful, rural countryside.

Castleconnell, Co. Limerick

Castleconnell River & Bog Walk

A walk through the pretty town of Castleconnell, nestled on the banks of the River Shannon, is good for the mind and body with breath-taking scenery only a short drive from Limerick City.

The Dunraven Hotel Authentic Adare Experience

Adare Riverbank Walk

This 2km walk takes walkers on a tour of the historic buildings in Adare Village. A guide book to Adare is available from Adare Tourist Information Office.

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