Return Trip: Carrick-on-shannon, via Enniskillen
Allow 10 to 14 nights
Land a fighting fish, play a round of golf, and lift a pint of local brew! You can do it all along the exquisite Shannon!
Itinerary & Activities
- Waterways:
- River Shannon
- Waterways:
- Lough Allen
- Waterways:
- Lough Key
- Waterways:
- Shannon-Erne Waterway
- Waterways:
- Upper Lough Erne
- Lock types:
- High-tech locks (with fee)
Carrick-on-Shannon
Carrick-On-Shannon is the largest town in County Leitrim. The ruins of the old Carrick Castle can be glimpsed on the Carrick Bridge. Stop in this pretty town and visit the great Saint-Mary's Church. Learn its history and discover its culture in the art centre.
Leitrim-Village
A quiet and pretty little village straddling the canal. A good place to have a drink on the terrace, watching the river.
Drumshanbo
Drumshanbo, located along the Shannon river is a typical Irish village, with a once-thriving iron-mining industry. The city has a great religious past, and has three churches that you can visit. Around the lake, there are also beautiful walking paths.
Ballinamore
Ballinamore is a green and peaceful town with many activities on offer. Walk the hiking paths around the city, take to your bicycle or visit the equestrian center..
Ballyconnell
Welcome to Ballyconnell, a vibrant and picturesque town with a number of good restaurants and typical pubs downtown. The Tomregan church, aside the town, is a good place for a peaceful walk in pretty surroundings.
Belturbet
Welcome to Belturbet, a peaceful and welcoming town along the canal. Enter the city and have a walk downtown, to discover the beautiful Staghal Church. If you stay the night, you can dine in one of the many fine restaurants.
Enniskillen
Enniskillen is the biggest city of Fermanagh County. Downtown, have a walk and visit the magnificient Anglican Cathedral, St. Macartin. On the outskirts, there are pretty places like the gardens near the old fortified house in Tully Castle.
Thrill to lively angling
Belturbet is known for its terrific fishing in lakes surrounded with lush green countryside.
Watch artisans at work
Enniskillen is a great place to linger. Check out the famous Buttermarket Craft & Design Centre!
Castles and parks galore
The imposing Neoclassical Castle Coole with its delightful park is a landmark in lovely Enniskillen.
River views are why you cruise
The nearby mountains and hilltop villages provide a great view of the River Shannon!
Famous drinks in Ireland
Irish beer, the famous Guiness, and irish whiskey are known all over the world. Now it's time to taste them!
Lions and tigers and bears
Kids and adults alike will marvel at the animals at the Swan Island Open Farm in Ballinamore.
Immerse yourself in train lore
The visitor’s centre at Drumshanbo has an audio-visual presentation on the Leitrim Railroad!
Visit an intriguing museum
Ballyconnell’s Museum of the Master Saddler highlights making saddles and harnesses.
Tee off in natural beauty
A new 9-hole golf course at the Carrick-on-Shannon Golf Club offers superb views of Drumharlow Lake.