The Grand Canal

The Grand Canal, managed by Waterways Ireland, threads its way through County Offaly on its historic course across the midlands. Once a vital route for trade and transport, today the canal is a peaceful corridor prized by walkers, boaters and anglers alike. Its still waters and quiet banks make it a rewarding spot for coarse fishing, while the towpaths offer gentle strolls through the flat, green countryside. The Offaly stretch of the Grand Canal is a fine place to enjoy the slower pace of Ireland’s inland waterways and the wildlife they support.