the east munster way

The East Munster Way stretches from Carrick-on-suir to Clogheen, both in Co. Tipperary. The first section of the Way from Carrick-on-suir to Clonmel is along an old tow path of the River Suir, and through Kilsheelan Wood providing a host of scenic views in close proximity to the famed Nire Valley. Between Clonmel and Clogheen the Way takes to the hills and treads a route through the picturesque village of Newcastle along the forested flanks of the Comeragh and Knockmealdown Mountains, rich with a variety of flora and fauna. It links with the Wicklow, South Leinster and Blackwater Ways, forming part of a 500km way-marked route from Dublin to Killarney. Route Details: Carrick-on-Suir, Kilsheelan, Clonmel, Newcastle, Clogheen. Totla Distance: 70km/43 miles. Longest Stage: Newcastle to Clogheen - 22km/14 miles. Highest point: Holy Year Cross, Glenary - 350m/1150ft.