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National Famine Way

Trail Description

A 165km way marked walking/cycling trail commemorating a heartbreaking walk of forced emigration in 1847 at the height of the Irish famine.

It begins at the memorial glass wall at National Famine Museum, Strokestown Park in Roscommon and continues through six counties to EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin’s Docklands. The route is marked by more than 30 pairs of bronze children’s shoes. The Roscommon section of the trail runs from Strokestown Park House to Tarmonbarry which is 18km.

Mainly off road, following the Royal Canal towpath. Suits families, casual walkers and cyclists.

Fine out more at https://nationalfamineway.ie

Trail Information

LocationStrokestown
Length18km (Strokestown to Tarmonbarry) Total to Dublin 165km
Duration2 hrs or full walk up to 1 week
DifficultyEasy
Dogs AllowedYes – On lead
Buggy AccessibleOnly in parts

National Famine Way Pack

The comprehensive official pack includes a passport and a ship ticket for one of the original famine families. A free app follows the experience of 12-year-old Daniel Tighe, with relevant audio and video centred around the bronze shoes. On completion official walkers discover the fate of their famine family and receive a certificate of completion and a comprehensive end of trail booklet.

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    Boyle AreaCastlerea AreaStrokestown AreaRoscommon Area

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