River Shannon & Lakelands

River Shannon & Lakelands, Ireland

The Lakelands is a region consisting of 12 counties--Monaghan, Cavan, Leitrim, Longford, Roscommon, Westmeath, Offaly, Tipperary, Galway, Clare, Limerick, and Kerry--connected by approx. 380km of River Shannon.

Population:

Currency:

1 Euro = 100 Cents

Emergency Numbers:

European Emergency Number: 999

Opening Hours:

Shops are normally open Mon-Fri 9am-6pm while some of them may extend their opening hours on Thursdays nights up to 8pm. Banke are generally open Mon-Fri 10am-4pm while each bank has extended opening hours once a week.

Newspapers:

Irish Examiner
Irish Times
Irish Independent

The Region & Getting Around

The Lakelands is a region of island-dotted lakes, riverside restaurants, and majestic castles. Wander off-the-beaten track to experience nature up close.

In the Upper Lakelands, drumlin-strewn landscapes, forest walks, and bustling market towns are nestled among a multitude of rivers and a string of 400 lakes, including Lough Key and Lough Allen.

In the Lower Lakelands, Lough Derg (known as ‘Ireland’s Pleasure Lake’), surrounded by rolling farmland and wooded hillsides, encompasses 32,000 acres of spectacular waterway, the perfect backdrop for a water sport adventure.

Do & See

The River Shannon and the Lakelands is a large region, taking in bountiful countryside as well as several towns.

Events

The region around River Shannon features events nearly all year long. To experience the lively festival culture, plan your stay to include overnights in hosting villages and towns.

Activities

The Lakelands is a place for adventurers, with numerous providers offering thrilling, as well as a few relaxing, activities.