O'Briensbridge
The picturesque village of O’Briensbridge stands on the banks of the River Shannon, Ireland’s longest river, and is the setting for two awe-inspiring looped walks.
Distance
7km
Terrain
River bank and old towpaths
Estimated Time
1hr 30mins - 2hrs
Ascent
10m
Grade
Easy
Start and Finish
O'Brien's Bridge, Co Clare Map Ref: OS 58 R947 081
County
Clare
Nearest Town
O Briensbridge
Details
Directions
Directions to Trailhead Starting from Limerick City on the N7 follow the N7 for 14km to reach Daly’s Cross. Here, take a left onto the R525 (signposted O’Brien’s Bridge and Castleconnell). Follow the R525 through Castleconnell and for a further 3km to reach Montpellier. Cross the bridge into O’Brien's Bridge – the trailhead is located in the car park on your left.
Trailhead
O'Brien's Bridge, Co Clare Map Ref: OS 58 R947 081
Minimum Gear
Walking boots, raingear and fluid
Theme
Nature
Contact
Website:
Address:
O'Brien's Bridge Village, O'Briensbridge, Co Clare, Republic Of Ireland
O Briensbridge
Clare
Ireland West
Noted for its angling and watersports opportunities, the O’Briensbridge area is surrounded by waterways and is, without a doubt, one of the most idyllic areas of Limerick to take a stroll. The two loops, Errinagh Bridge and Old Barge, are situated around the Errinagh Canal, which was built to navigate boats and barges to the bustling city of Limerick. Today, the canal is being developed as a marvellous recreational amenity, and these two loops use what was originally the towpath for horses as they pulled their barges in the good old days.
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