Walks Near Our Bed And Breakfast
Our bed and breakfast accommodation is located in the heart of the West Waterford countryside between Ardmore, Dungarvan and Youghal.
West Waterford offers the prospect of unrestricted walks along the breathtaking coast, in the Comeragh and Knockmealdown Mountains and along the valley trails of its many rivers. An entertaining Waterford City Walk introduces the visitor to the principal sights in the city.
In the Dungarvan & West Waterford book (available in most local shops price €2) and on www.dungarvantourism.com , there are details of various walks with associated maps and directions for the following:
- Brickey River and Kilnafarna Hill walk (12km);
- Colligan Wood, (6km)
- Cruchan Walk (12km)
- Famine Walk (4km)
- Ardmore Cliff Walk visiting St Declan’s Well (3km)
Further information is available from Dungarvan Tourist Office, Tel: +353 (0)58 41741.
In the Nire Valley area to the north of the county, the walker can explore the folklore, geology, flora and fauna on conducted Nire Valley Walks in the Comeragh Mountains. A Comeragh Mountain Walking Festival is held annually in October. The walks are graded and are led by very experienced guides.
The county also offers scenic walks along areas of outstanding natural beauty and the following are just some of those that are easily accessible to the public.
Riverside walks include the Glenshelane River Walk, a wilderness trek through spectacular scenery in the Knockmealdown Mountains at Cappoquin and the 8km long Kilmaloo Walk at Clashmore.
Waterford City Walking Tours
A one hour walking tour through the capital city of Waterford and Ireland’s oldest city, including two cathedrals, four national monuments and a gallery of rogues and rascals, delivered in a witty and entertaining style by a master story-teller with a deep knowledge of his subject. Contact Jack Burtchaell on +353 (0)51 873711.
