Athlone - Wikipedia
WEBAthlone (/ æ θ ˈ l oʊ n /; Irish: Baile Átha Luain, meaning "The town of Luan's ford") is a town on the border of County Roscommon and County Westmeath, Ireland. It is located on the River Shannon near the southern shore of Lough Ree. It is the second most populous town in the Midlands Region with a population of 22,869 in the 2022 census.
17 Best Things To Do In Athlone (2024 Edition) - The Irish Road …
WEBJan 2, 2024 · You’ll find the historic town of Athlone in County Westmeath, in Ireland’s often-underappreciated midlands region. The town is home to plenty of things to see and do and it’s also a stone’s throw from heaps of natural and man-made attractions, as you’ll discover below. 1. Athlone Castle.
Uncovering Athlone | Ireland.com
WEBWelcome to Athlone, a bustling town by the River Shannon and at the centre of Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands! The buzz of Athlone is hard to resist. Find your next adventure here!
It’s all about Athlone | Ireland.com
WEBBordering the counties of Westmeath and Roscommon, on the banks of the swirling River Shannon, the town of Athlone is one of the largest and most vibrant in a part of the island known as Ireland’s Hidden Heartlands. Culture, craic, history and heritage are all here, against a backdrop of everyday hustle and bustle.
Athlone - At the heart of it
WEBwaterway wonder, historical fascination and shopping excellence. A place where you can reward your zest for life, your spirit of adventure, your hunger for the best and your flair for the characterful and quirky. Holiday in a place where you’ll find all this in one, in Athlone, County Westmeath.
15 Best Things to Do in Athlone (Ireland) - The Crazy Tourist
WEBJan 26, 2020 · Let’s explore the best things to do in Athlone: 1. Athlone Castle Source: Attila JANDI / Shutterstock.com Athlone Castle. John de Gray, the Bishop of Norwich, built Athlone Castle during the Norman Invasion of Ireland …
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Athlone - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Athlone, Ireland: See Tripadvisor's 36,505 traveler reviews and photos of Athlone tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Athlone. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Athlone | River Shannon, County Westmeath, Medieval Castle
WEBApr 2, 2024 · Athlone, town, County Westmeath, Ireland. It lies on the River Shannon just south of Lough (lake) Ree. Located at a major east-west crossing of the Shannon, it has always been an important garrison town. In the 12th century the area, previously fortified by the kings of Uí Maine and Connaught
Top 23 Things To Do In Athlone, Ireland | Trip101
WEBAnaanya. Updated Jun 11, 2021. | 11 min read. Athlone is a town in central Ireland which is known for its beautiful heritage buildings and historic architecture. This town is located on River Shannon, which means that it has some beautiful water views.
All About Athlone - Athlone
WEBGETTING TO THE HEART OF IT. ‘From culture to art and heritage, and from sport to nature, Athlone brings you all the love!’. Charming, picturesque and ever-surprising, Athlone is a vibrant town in the heart of Ireland’s Midlands at the edge of Lough Ree.
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