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The best running trails around the River Shannon

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Running around the River Shannon is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes around the River Shannon—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 19, 2025

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1. Moylussa & Ballycuggaran loop

10.1km

01:23

480m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Limerick Three Bridges loop

5.17km

00:32

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. O'Briensbridge loop to Parteen Weir

4.77km

00:34

10m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Shannon Banks Nature Trail running loop

7.16km

00:46

20m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Garrykennedy to Parker's Point loop

11.7km

01:17

130m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Burgess Park running loop via River Shannon

2.98km

00:20

10m

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Banagher to Meelick Weir return

18.2km

01:54

50m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Daniel O'Connell Monument – Dockers Monument Limerick loop from Limerick Colbert

21.8km

02:15

100m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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9. The Hunt Museum loop from Limerick Colbert

15.8km

01:40

50m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. Plassey Water Mill loop from Limerick

6.55km

00:40

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails around the River Shannon

1. Moylussa & Ballycuggaran loop

2. Limerick Three Bridges loop

3. O'Briensbridge loop to Parteen Weir

4. Shannon Banks Nature Trail running loop

5. Garrykennedy to Parker's Point loop

6. Burgess Park running loop via River Shannon

7. Banagher to Meelick Weir return

8. Daniel O'Connell Monument – Dockers Monument Limerick loop from Limerick Colbert

9. The Hunt Museum loop from Limerick Colbert

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