The Drift Inn in Buncrana ( thedriftinn.ie) is another place to complete your trip - with a gastro-pub meal in a former railway station on the shore of Lough Swilly. Yet there are none of the navigation issues normally associated with hillwalks, as this entire circuit is signed with purple arrows.ДЇinishing line: The Rusty Nail is 10 minutes away in Clonmany (Friday-Sunday through winter). It involves 340m of vertical ascent, and as you climb toward the twin lakes suspended half-way up a rugged hillside, fabulous views stretch far and wide.

Located on the northern slopes of the Urris Hills, on the Inishowen Peninsula, this route is wild and tough enough to feel like a hillwalk. Why: To reach two hidden mountain lakes, and enjoy wonderful coastal views across north Donegal. Route type: Coastal mountain loop Distance: 7km Time: 2.5 hours Start from a car park at the southern end of Leenan Strand, in Leenankeel. A local institution serving fabulous paninis, salads and waffles. Combining the 2km Gartanoul Shore Walk with the 3km family cycle trail around Dernish More peninsula gives a great feel for the area.ДЇinishing line: Latte Da cafГ© in the centre of Cavan town /Latte-Da-273207253115486. There are four signed walking trails to chose from. Resident wildlife is augmented by migrant ducks like wigeon and pochards during the winter. This is a place where you can get back to nature, whatever the season. Why: To explore the wooded headlands protruding into Lough Oughter. Route type: Lakeshore woodland loop Distance : 5km Time: 1.5 hours From Cavan town, take the R198 and head west for 13km. DonвЂ™t miss their rhubarb and ginger scones. Serving breakfasts, lunches and afternoon tea. Finishing line: Tandra Tea Coffee House /tandrateacoffeehouse.

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