Sail, Cruise and Fish on our Waterways with Discover Ireland

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Embrace Ireland's waterways

Enjoy incredible lakes, sail down mighty rivers and live a leisurely life from the riverbank with your fishing rod. There are so many ways to enjoy our beautiful waterways.

Lake and river destinations

Carrick-on-Shannon

Get on boardWhether you're looking for adventure or relaxation, Ireland's bounty of waterways have plenty to offer.

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