Longford

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Often overlooked, Longford is full of hidden gems like the ancient Corlea Trackway, an Iron Age wooden road preserved in a bog for over 2,000 years. The county is also home to some fantastic waterways, including the Royal Canal Greenway, which offers scenic cycling and walking routes. Literature lovers will appreciate the Maria Edgeworth Literary Festival, which celebrates the life and works of one of Ireland’s most influential 18th-century writers. If you're searching for an off-the-beaten-path Irish experience, Longford delivers history, adventure, and culture in equal measure.