The River Shannon (Irish: an tSionainn, Abhainn na Sionainne or archaic an tSionna [1]) is the major river on the island of Ireland, and at 360 km (224 miles) in length, [2] is the longest river in the British Isles.

River Shannon, the longest river in Ireland, rising in northwestern County Cavan and flowing for about 161 miles (259 km) in a southerly direction to enter the Atlantic Ocean via a 70-mile (113-kilometre) estuary below Limerick city. It drains an area of …

The River Shannon is 360km (224 miles) long, making it the longest river in Ireland. In fact, it is the longest river in all of Britain and Ireland. However, it can’t compare to the longest river in Europe, the Volga, which is 3,530km long.

Aug 6, 2021 · River Shannon, Ireland. Winding 224 miles through Ireland is the River Shannon, the longest in the country. It was formed at the end of the last Ice Age. Its route creates a natural border between the western and eastern parts of Ireland and runs through 11 counties.

The mid Shannon is full of interesting places to visit including the wonderful Clonmacnoise and the towns of Athlone and Shannonbridge. Lough Ree (Lake of the Kings) is also a stunning place to explore surrounded by friendly villages and studded historic islands.

The River Shannon is Ireland’s longest river and, thanks to the myriad of folklore and songs that surround – it’s also one of the country’s most famous waterways. Read on to discover the delights of Ireland’s River Shannon, which can be experienced aboard the Shannon Princess …

Oct 1, 2020 · From quiet spots to enjoy Ireland’s fascinating history to beautiful cycle routes, farmers’ markets to local crafts, there is plenty to do and see along the River Shannon. The river, which is the longest in Ireland at 360.5km in length, stretches from the Cuilcagh Mountain in County Cavan to the Shannon Estuary in Limerick.

Jan 17, 2013 · The Shannon divides Ireland, with Connacht in the west and Leinster and Munster to the east and south. The river flows through 11 of the counties of Ireland. There are several lakes on the Shannon, including, Lough Allen, Lough Derg and Lough Ree.

The River Shannon is the longest river in Ireland, with a total length of 386 km. It rises at a place known as the Shannon pot, near Dowra, in the Cavan Mountains but the various tributaries and bogs along the spine of Ireland also filter into it and together have forged this great river.

The Shannon is a 322km-long Irish river that crosses Ireland from east to west. Considered one of Ireland’s major rivers, it is also one of the most prolific in terms of fish. The people living on its banks have always exploited the Shannon for their livelihood, and even today, the Shannon is the epicenter of intense economic activity…