Belturbet is situated on the river Erne in County Cavan on the border with Northern Ireland .
You can either go northwards onto Lough Erne where Enniskillen is 4 hours away and onto the Lower Lake at Belleek. There are spectacular coastlines and islands and several short walks to scenic viewing points. Places of outstanding interest are the Marble Arch Caves, Florencecourt, Castle Coole, Crom Estate and the Belleek Pottery.
Alternatively the newly restored Shannon-Erne waterway along the gently winding Woodford river towards Ballyconnell, Ballinamore, Keshcarrigan - all traditional Irish villages - and finally the Base at Carrick-on-Shannon, touching the pretty lakes of Coologe and Derrycassan is a very relaxing way to spend your time.
Whichever way you go, you can be sure of a fine Irish welcome in the Pubs and restaurants along your chosen route! Take the time to relax in the comfortable and pleasant surroundings.
Suggested Cruises
Week Cruise Southwards on the Shannon-Erne Waterway:
Belturbet - Ballyconnell (3 hrs) - Ballinamore ( 3 hrs) - Leitrim (7 hrs) - Carrick-on-Shannon (1 hr) and return (14 hrs), 16 locks
Week Cruise Northwards on the Erne:
Belturbet - Enniskillen (4 hrs) - Belleek ( 5 hrs) and return (9 hrs)
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