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Athlone lies in the heart of Ireland and, at the same time, on the banks of the mighty River Shannon. It's no wonder, then, that it has long attracted the attention of saints and military leaders alike. Walking through the town, you can truly sense the history of each building—be it the 12th-century castle, the 17th-century barracks, or the 19th-century almshouse, a reminder of the Great Famine in Ireland.

A beautiful bronze sculpture with the face of Bacchus. Vines adorn his head.

Nice view of the lake

Only nice if you like hiking on asphalt...

Wonderful single-arched bridge that spans over the Royal Canal. The bridge was built in 1806 and is a fine example of the architectual heritage of Westmeath.

Listed in both Lonely Planet's "25 of the Most Incredible Bars in the World" and "50 Bars to Blow Your Mind," a visit to Sean's is a must! What's even more amazing is that Sean's Bar has been officially recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records as Ireland's oldest pub

Quiet forest with hardpark gravel tracks. Not too technical or difficult trails, but nice riding none the less.

The Keep of Athlone Castle is a National Monument. The castle, which formed part of Athlone's defenses for 750 years, became a museum in 1966 run by the Old Athlone Society and was also given a modern visitor center by the city council in 1991. Athlone Castle is the fulcrum for understanding the development of Athlone, linking modern Athlone to its Norman founders.