Historic walking trails
Date Issued: 8th January 2010
Four walking trails through one of Ireland’s most historic towns form a new attraction in Ennis. The concept is developed around the interpretation of Ennis’ heritage, through a range of colour coded directional signs and information boards along designated historic routes.
Established in the 13th century when the O’Brien’s of Thomond built an Abbey on the banks of the River Fergus, Ennis has long thrived as a bustling market town and is famed for its narrow winding streets. The Clare County Capital is associated with pivotal moments in the careers of some of Ireland’s most famous political figures, including Charles Stewart Parnell, Daniel O’Connell and Eamon de Valera.
Each route commences and finishes outside the Clare Museum building in the town centre. There are forty-one information boards at key locations in Ennis’ history, including O’Connell Square and Ennis Abbey, as well as the Cathedral, West Clare Railway, Workhouse, Causeway and Gaol.