Limerick is the ideal hub for your west coast family adventure. One of Ireland’s oldest cities, it’s full of character and charm. Close to many top destinations within driving distance, it’s the perfect base for your trip. Experience its unique spirit, the friendliness of the people, the vibrancy of the Treaty City, the sporting passion, the rich history and of course, the rural majesty of County Limerick.

Limerick Greenway is the largest outdoor tourism project ever undertaken by Limerick City and County Council. Following the old Limerick to Kerry railway line, Limerick Greenway seamlessly links the West Limerick landscape with towns and villages located in some of the country’s most historic sites, offering visitors a wide range of varied activities.

Visits to Limerick Greenway, the scenic 40km off-road walking and cycling route in the West Limerick countryside, have increased by 52% year on year, in July to October 2022 compared with the same period in the previous year. Visitors from the region, across Ireland and overseas are embracing Limerick Greenway as a recreational amenity, contributing to a total of 834,837 visits to date.

With Christmas right around the corner, there are plenty of free and cost-effective activities that can be used to encourage the family to step away from their new gadgets and gizmos, and get some fresh air.

Visitors are invited to do Limerick Greenway their way this Autumn, where some of the country’s most historic sites meet with West Limerick hospitality for a rich and accessible experience.

Limerick Greenway has welcomed over 500,000 visits to the 40km scenic off-road walking and cycling route since it reopened in July last year, following a €10 million investment by Limerick City and County Council.

For the first time since 1980, Newcastle West and surrounds will play a significant part in “The Rás”. Stage 3, on Friday June 17th, will see riders roll out from Newcastle West Community Centre, through the Square and onwards to Ardagh. It’s traditional to have a short, neutralised section at the start of most stages. On this occasion, cyclists will get to experience the Limerick Greenway section from Newcastle West to Ardagh as a neutralised section.

Ireland’s Greenways are a fantastic way to get outside and experience some of the most beautiful parts of the country. Free from traffic, Limerick Greenway was designed with accessibility in mind for pedestrians, cyclists and other non-motorised users, such as wheelchair users and families with buggies.

While Limerick Greenway offers users an authentic experience of rural Ireland and a recreational path that stretches for 40km, it also boasts an array of other benefits.

Exploring West Limerick appeals to the inquisitive and culturally curious - satisfy your curiosity by embarking on a journey along the 40km of safe, scenic, off-road Greenway. Throw some great gastronomy and exhilarating experiences into the mix and you’ve got one incredible adventure suitable for all ages.

Limerick City and County Council has announced the restoration of a historic 19th century Railway Goods Shed at Rathkeale on Limerick Greenway as the centre piece of a new visitor facilities project that is due to commence work in the West Limerick town on Monday 3rd April.