National Famine Way

Multiple Counties • 165 km • Easy

National Famine Way

A poignant 165km heritage trail through Ireland's Hidden Heartlands, tracing the route of 1,490 famine survivors who walked from Strokestown to Dublin in 1847.

The National Famine Way is located in the Wild Atlantic Way region of Ireland. Ireland's epic 2,500km coastal route stretching from Donegal to Cork, featuring dramatic sea cliffs, hidden coves, and rugged Atlantic headlands.

Walking Tours on the National Famine Way

Choose from guided or self-guided options on this trail.

National Famine Way Heritage Walk Listed Guided
WI
Walking Ireland Tours

National Famine Way Heritage Walk

A poignant, historically rich walk through Ireland's Hidden Heartlands tracing the 1847 famine trail with local food stops and storytelling.

📅 5 days 🏃 Easy 📍 48 km