- Day 1: Begin in Longford town, visiting St. Mel’s Cathedral. Enjoy lunch with Irish stew. Explore the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre in the afternoon.
- Day 2: Take a morning walk along the Royal Canal. Spend the afternoon at the Ardagh Heritage Village.
- Day 3: Visit the Carrigglas Manor for a morning tour. Explore the Newcastle Woods for a nature walk in the afternoon.
Couple
A couple might plan their three days around quiet historic sites and gentle walks. On the first day, visit St Mel’s Cathedral in Longford town to admire the architecture and interior in peaceful surroundings, then take a relaxed stroll along the nearby Mall.
The second day could include the Edgeworth Literary Trail for a self-guided look at connections to writers in Edgeworthstown and surrounding spots, followed by time in calm village settings.
The third day, head to Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre to view the ancient oak road display and short paths in serene bogland, ending with quiet moments by the water.
Family
A family can structure three days to suit everyone. The first day starts at Newcastle Woods for family trails and open spaces that engage the children and appeal to the father’s outdoor preferences, with picnic areas and nearby options for the mother to sample local produce.
The second day heads to the Royal Canal Greenway for easy cycling or walking along the towpath that suits outdoor exploration and provides fun for the children, plus stops in Clondra or nearby for the mother to enjoy food and browse.
The third day includes Lough Ree shores for lakeside play and short walks that keep the family active, with village halts for the mother to try regional treats and visit local shops.
Solo Traveller
A solo traveller can enjoy a calm three-day visit focused on personal pace and reflection. On the first day, begin at Ardagh Heritage Centre to view local history displays and artefacts at leisure.
The second day follows to Granard Motte for a self-guided climb and views across the countryside in quiet surroundings.
The third day takes in Abbeyshrule or similar monastic ruins for a drive to explore the stone remains and peaceful grounds, perhaps combined with time along the Royal Canal for serene waterway observation.
Itineraries
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County Longford:
Ireland’s county Longford offers a peaceful blend of history and countryside, with the Corlea Trackway Visitor Centre showcasing an ancient Iron Age road. The county’s St Mel’s Cathedral in Longford town provides architectural beauty, while the River Inny offers opportunities for kayaking and fishing. Other attractions include the rolling farmlands and historic Ardagh village. Longford is Ireland’s fourth smallest county by size and second smallest by population (46,751). Population peaked at 115,491 in 1841 and reached its lowest point, 28,250 in 1971. In terms of hospitality, Longford is Ireland’s 32nd most visited and Ireland’s least visited tourist county with around 22,000 international visitors per year.
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