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Enchanting.
Magical.
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County Fermanagh
Janus Figure
Devenish Island
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Fermanagh Lakelands
Visitors Guide
Welcome
A county of endless horizons and
opportunities for all those who love the
outdoor life, Fermanagh is a stunning
jewel in Northern Ireland’s crown.
From underground caves to skyscraping
mountains, the county’s breathtaking
scenery envelops you with every step.
Offering a plethora of attractions and
activities, historic Enniskillen should be on
your list of must see destinations. As one
of the most celebrated craft and cultural
centres in Ireland, the vibrant streets of this
island town will capture you straight away.
Take time to discover the hidden corners
such as The Buttermarket in the heart of
the town, which houses seventeen art and
craft stores all showcasing Fermanagh’s
thriving cultural scene. Alive with a great
variety of cafes, bars, restaurants and
bistros and home to Blake’s of the Hollow,
one of the most famous traditional
pubs in Ireland; the town proudly
welcomes visitors and locals alike.
What better way to finish off your day in
Enniskillen than by enjoying a show at the
Ardhowen Theatre, just a bend in the river
away from the town centre. The theatre
offers a year round programme of drama,
music and dance, including the Enniskillen
Drama Festival which runs annually.
No visit to Fermanagh would be complete
without taking a trip on Lough Erne, a haven
for anglers and water sports enthusiasts.
But for those of you who prefer a bit of rest
and relaxation why not step on board the
M.V Kestrel, a 56 seater waterbus taking
tours of Lough Erne from Enniskillen’s
Brooke Park out to the historic Devenish
Island, an ancient monastic island; or
take a bit of extra time and step ashore
for a couple of hours at the 4* Killyhevlin
Hotel for a 3 course dinner cruise.
If you are feeling adventurous, get the
ultimate buzz by taking a trip in a seaplane
over Lough Erne. Based at Enniskillen
Airport, the Lakeland Seaplane Tours
is a must for the daredevil in you.
to the Fermanagh Lakelands
A visitor’s paradise and home to
some of Ireland’s natural wonders
For those of you who just want to spend
some time in our glorious county taking
in the sites on foot, by bicycle or car,
the county is steeped in history and
heritage sites which are off the beaten
track giving you time to explore the
diverse traditions that lie within. From
castles to pre-historic monuments and
mountain tombs this magical county
is just waiting to be discovered.
Scenic routes through lake shore
countryside and rugged mountain terrains
offer walking and cycling enthusiasts
the perfect way to see the natural Irish
countryside at its best. Not known for its
busy roads or bustling sidewalks, when
visiting Fermanagh the easy going way
of the local people gives visitors the
chance to mingle and get an insight into
the Irish way of life. The warm welcome
that Irish people are renowned for has
not escaped our Lakeland County!
Fermanagh’s adventures are not all above
ground, there’s a whole subterranean
world to explore! The Marble Arch
Caves Global Geopark boasts one of the
finest showcaves in the world, allowing
visitors to explore a fascinating natural
world of rivers, waterfalls, winding
passages and lofty chambers.
By the time you get around to seeing all
our other visitor attractions including
the world famous Belleek Pottery, Castle
Archdale with its World War II museum
as well as Enniskillen Castle and our
three National Trust properties to name
but a few, you may just want to stop and
reflect on all you’ve seen. What better
way to do it than in the outdoor hot tub
overlooking Lough Erne at the Blaney Spa
& Yoga Centre or take a cookery class at
the new Kitchen Academy in Enniskillen.
Whatever you spend your time doing
in Fermanagh we are sure that you will
leave us as many others have done before
you... looking forward to coming back!
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Fermanagh is known as the
Lakelands of Northern Ireland
The spacious island-dotted expanses of Upper and Lower Lough Erne
delight visitors with a unique blend of unspoilt scenic tranquillity and diverse
recreational opportunities. Spanning the entire length of the County it
is impossible to come to Fermanagh without in some way experiencing
the beauty of Lough Erne. So if you’re looking for a few ideas....
LOUGH ERNE
Canoeing
Home to the Lough Erne Canoe Trail
Fermanagh is the ideal destination
for canoeing enthusiasts providing
a trail of up to 50 km. Lower Lough
Erne and its rugged shoreline
provide a vast expanse of open
water where large waves can build
during windy periods - an ideal
venue for the experienced paddler!
In stark contrast the Upper Lough
provides good shelter with its maze
of bays, narrow channels of slow
flowing water and innumerable
islands and peninsulas - offering a
superb venue for the whole family!
Cruising
The perfect environment for a
boating holiday. With our on shore
boat hire companies no specialist
knowledge is required, just a good
sense of adventure! This is the
perfect way to explore the waters
of Lough Erne and the surrounding
Fermanagh countryside.
Boa Island
is the biggest island
inside Ireland. The Janus Figure on
Boa Island is one of the most famous
pre-Christian features in Ireland
and dates back to 2,500 BC. See a
picture of Boa Island on page 2.
Activity
Centres
The Lakes are home to numerous
Activity Centres, where specialist
training and supervision can
be offered so that on the water
activities can be enjoyed in a safe
and controlled environment.
Try your hand at banana skiing,
kayaking, sailing, water skiing,
wakeboarding and canoeing.
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Fermanagh Lakelands
Visitors Guide
The wooded island of Inish
Rath on Upper Lough Erne has
been home to a Hare Krishna
community since the mid 1980s.
Boat Trips
Taking a boat tour on Lough Erne is a great
way for both groups and individuals to get
a chance to experience life on the water
without getting wet! Explore the historical
Devenish Island once inhabited by Christian
Scholars then raided by the Vikings. See
how our ancestors used the waterways
as the primary means of transport and
pass by the home of the Gaelic Maguire
Chieftains, Enniskillen Castle Museums.
Angling
Fermanagh is renowned for its world famous
fishing, with over 300 square miles of water,
the Lakelands are an anglers paradise.
left:
Enniskillen Castle Museums
www.enniskillencastle.com
Lough Erne
Lough Erne is made up of the Upper Lough
East of Enniskillen & Lower Lough which
runs West to Belleek. The Lough is a mixed
coarse and game fishery. The game angling
in the main, takes place on the Lower Lough
although trout are found throughout the
system. The Lower Lough is a large expanse
of water, over 25 miles long with numerous
islands and bays. These provide vast areas
of shallow water and rocky shores making
for ideal fishing grounds. Although a
limited number of salmon run the Lough,
wild brown trout are the quarry and the
Lough holds an excellent stock of fish.
Lough Melvin
Sitting on the western end of County
Fermanagh this is one of Ireland’s most
famous Loughs. It is home to 3 distinct
species of trout – the sonaghan, the gillaroo
and the ferox – as well as enjoying a run of
spring salmon and grilse. Fishing starts in
February with the arrival of the first salmon
and continues throughout the months with
grilse from May to July and wonderful trout
fishing throughout the season. Trolling is
the most used method for the springers
but fly fishing for the sonaghan and
gillaroo, as well as the grilse is excellent.
There’s an island for every day
of the year on Lough Erne.
For a more in depth guide to fishing in the Fermanagh Lakelands request a copy
of our new Angling Guide:
www.fermanaghlakelands.com
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