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Keep Discovering Donegal

County Donegal, Ireland

Getting active in Donegal, Ireland's most northerly county, is a wonderfully fulfilling experience. Donegal's abundance of Waymarked Trails, local walks, mountain paths, rivers, lakes and beaches provide the backdrop for any activity holiday.

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Outdoor Dining in Donegal

As outdoor dining has reopened on June 7th, we bring this handy list of over 140 outdoor dining places across Donegal to you.

Keep Discovering Donegal

This great county encapsulates everything that's magical about the Wild Atlantic Way. Discover where to you go, what to do and where to stay. Plan your trip to Donegal today! This digital brochure is brought to you by Donegal County Council's Tourism Unit, Go Visit Donegal and Fáilte Ireland.

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Fill Your Heart With Donegal

While the Covid-19 pandemic remains ever present in our lives, it is important that we continue to support our tourism and hospitality sector, while doing so in a safe and responsible way and adhering to the latest Government advice. For those people planning a future visit, County Donegal will be waiting to welcome you. The Wild Atlantic Way with its rugged coastline, breathtaking scenery and fantastic cultural experiences is the ideal choice for a holiday. Enjoy browsing our website for inspiration for your future holiday!

Your quick guide to the changes

What you can do in June - from 2 June accommodation services including hotels, B&Bs, self-catering and hostels can reopen. Bars, cafes and restaurants - outdoor services permitted with protective measures in place.

Public health measures in place right now

Free Donegal Online Guide

Accommodation, activities and the must-see attractions along the way – all in one handy online publication. Plan your trip to Donegal today!

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Scenic Driving Routes in Donegal

Donegal Scenic Driving Routes

6 spectacular scenic routes, which provide you with endless ideas to explore our beautiful county.

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Donegal - Your Wild Atlantic Way Starts Here

Donegal Tourism Brochure 2020/21

This 64-page brochure beautifully captures many images that display the diversity and majesty of Donegal. It sets out an array of activities, places of interest and services that are available to potential visitors.

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Explore Donegal’s hidden treasures along the Wild Atlantic Way.

Out at the very edge of Europe, the Wild Atlantic Way stretches for 2,500 km (1,500 miles) along Ireland’s western seaboard from Malin Head in Co. Donegal to Kinsale in Co. Cork.

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Festivals & Events in Donegal

*All Festivals and Events are subject to Government guidelines at present time.

Colmcille 1500

1500 years ago, one of Ireland’s most famous sons was born in Gartan, Co. Donegal. With strong roots in the North West of Ireland, Colmcille (or St. Columba) went on to blaze a trail of cultural and social change around the world. He became one of Ireland’s three patron saints, the patron saint of Derry and his influence extends to this day.

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Heritage Week in County Donegal

Open the door to heritage is the message from The Heritage Council and Local Authority Heritage Officers as they invite people, heritage organisations and community groups to participate in Heritage Week events and projects. National Heritage Week starts on Saturday, August 14 and runs until Sunday, August 22.

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Festival and Events

Colmcille 1500

Mon 26 April 2021
Gartan

St. Colmcille, also known as St. Columba, is one of Ireland's patron saints, a distinction that he s…

Festival and Events

September Sessions

Tue 14 September 2021
Bundoran

14th - 19th September 2021, Bundoran Sea Sessions have announce a series of live shows for Bundor…

Festival and Events

Bringing It Home Music Festival

Fri 17 September 2021
Dunfanaghy

17th - 18th September 2021, Dunfanaghy The Music is coming Back to Dunfanaghy! And it’s coming w…

Festival and Events

Spin and Chat at Inch – for National Bike Week 2021

Sat 18 September 2021
Burt

18th September 2021, Burt Join Trail Gazers and Jason Black, as part of National Bike Week on a f…

Festival and Events

Donegal East Half & Three Quarter Marathon

Sun 26 September 2021
Ballybofey

26th September 2021, Ballybofey Excel Sports will host the scheduled Half & 3/4 Marathon events; …

Festival and Events

Frances Browne Literary Festival

Thu 07 October 2021
Ballybofey

7th - 9th October, Ballybofey & Stranorlar Inaugural Frances Browne Literary Festival The inau…

Festival and Events

Arranmore Country Fest: CPR Festival

Fri 08 October 2021
Arranmore Island

8th - 10th October: Arranmore Country Fest Presents: C.P.R Festival on Arranmore Island Featuring…

Festival and Events

Fomhair Festival

Fri 22 October 2021
Gweedore

22nd - 31st October 2021 - Fomhair Festival will feature a series of large and small music and comed…

Festival and Events

Atlantic Irish Fest

Sat 22 January 2022
Bundoran

22 - 26 January 2022 - Bundoran The Northwest of Ireland has long been celebrated for its unique …

Festival and Events

Rory Gallagher International Festival

Thu 02 June 2022
Ballyshannon

2nd - 5th June 2022, Ballyshannon Rory Gallagher International Tribute Festival will return in 20…

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Activities in Donegal

Activities

Cluain na dTor Nursery Garden

Falcarragh

This is Donegal`s tropical garden, inspired and boldly experimental! Seamus is a keen plantsman, his…

Activities

Glencolmcille Folk Village

Glencolmcille

The Glencolmcille Folk Village is built in the form of a village in which each house is an exact rep…

Activities

Newmills Corn & Flax Mills

Letterkenny

The oldest surviving building here is said to be 400 years old. Indeed, the whole complex is an inte…

Activities

Bruckless House Gardens

Bruckles

Bruckless House, the home the Evans family, is an attractive 18th century Classical house. Listed na…

Activities

Iosas Centre & Celtic Prayer Garden

Muff

The IOSAS Centre is the Visitors Centre for the Celtic Prayer Garden. A DVD about the Celtic Prayer …

Walking & Hiking

Cosán Colmcille

Milford

Cosán Colmcille - Although close to the town of Milford, and easily accessed from there, Loch Colmci…

Tours & Sightseeing

Fanad Lighthouse Tours

Fanad

Join us on one of our popular and unforgettable Fanad Lighthouse Tours. An amazing journey of disco…

Walking & Hiking

Drummonaghan

Ramelton

Drummonaghan Trail - This site is adjacent to the heritage town of Rathmelton. The town dates back t…

Activities

Mulroy Drive - Walking & Cycling Routes

Milford

The Mulroy Drive Walking and Cycling Routes are based on a series of back roads that lead on the mai…

Cycling & Biking

Ballyshannon Cycle Hub Loop 2

Ballyshannon

Ballyshannon is part of the long distance North West Cycle Trail which goes through the counties of …

Activities

Away to Me Sheepdog Demonstrations

Glencolmcille

We've OPENED the farm to visitors (in line with current restrictions and medical advice). FJ an…

Equestrian Adventures

Glenleary Riding School

Ramelton

All instruction at Glenleary is provided by appropriately qualified, experienced and mature instruct…

Angling/Fishing

Rathmullan Charters

Rathmullan

Rathmullan Charters operate two fully licenced charter boats Enterprise 1 and Swilly Explorer based …

Activities

Finn Valley Centre

Stranorlar

The Finn Valley Centre is the home of the famous Finn Valley Athletics Club. Founded by Patsy McGon…

Activities

Rapid Kayaking

Annagry

Rapid Kayaking offers the opportunity to go and explore.Get close and interact with the Wild Atlanti…

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Accommodation

We have a huge range of quality accommodation to suit your taste and budget, from the traditional Irish Bed & Breakfast to the luxury of well appointed Donegal Hotels.

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Visitor Information

There are loads of ways to get around County Donegal. You can hire a car and explore at your own leisure, or take one of the many coach tours on offer. For the more adventurous, why not hire a bike from one of our Cycle Tour specialists. Whatever you decide, be sure to do it with a smile on your face.