Walking and Cycling in Laois and the Midlands of Ireland
Stroll through the magnificent gardens of Castle Durrow Manor Hotel or go further and discover the local 'Leafy Loopy Walk' by the rivers Erkina and Nore and around the Village of Durrow.Take a Mountain Bike and discover the enchanting beauty of Durrow and Abbeyleix. Stop for a Pint at Morressy's (Pub of the Year 2004) in Abbeyleix or in Bob's Bar by the old bridge in Durrow.
Gentle hills, ancient bogland, lush hardwood forests, and meandering rivers - the delights awaiting the energetic walker are endless! Explore lonely tracks and riverside trails leading to an ancient historical site, visit St. Fintan's Well and cross the old and new bridges spanning the River Erkina. The Durrow area features some fine walking, in particular, the Leafy Loops, a 21km trek through several woodlands and lush countryside.
Stroll through the magnificent gardens of Castle Durrow Manor Hotel or go further and discover the local 'Leafy Loopy Walk' by the rivers Erkina and Nore and around the Village of Durrow.Take a Mountain Bike and discover the enchanting beauty of Durrow and Abbeyleix. Stop for a Pint at Morressy's (Pub of the Year 2004) in Abbeyleix or in Bob's Bar by the old bridge in Durrow.
Gentle hills, ancient bogland, lush hardwood forests, and meandering rivers - the delights awaiting the energetic walker are endless! Explore lonely tracks and riverside trails leading to an ancient historical site, visit St. Fintan's Well and cross the old and new bridges spanning the River Erkina. The Durrow area features some fine walking, in particular, the Leafy Loops, a 21km trek through several woodlands and lush countryside.
