Connemara and the Islands Destination and Experience Development Plan

A five-year plan setting a shared vision and clear direction for growing tourism across Connemara and the Islands, with targeted investment and support to strengthen visitor appeal on the Wild Atlantic Way.

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Highlighted projects

See the projects driving progress and helping to deliver the Connemara and the Islands Destination and Experience Development Plan, from enhancing the visitor experience at Connemara National Park to developing a connected walking and cycling trail network.

  • Connemara National Park visitor experience

    Connemara National Park visitor experience

    Developing a range of potential projects at Connemara National Park to enhance the visitor experience and boost shoulder and off-season visitor numbers.

  • Coastal and inland looped walking and cycling trails

    Coastal and inland looped walking and cycling trails

    Exploring how new coastal and inland looped walking trails could be developed, maintaining existing trails, and promoting walking and cycling trails as part of a network.

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