The wooded banks, constantly changing river, and several historic landmarks ensure interest throughout.ДЇinishing line: Ritter Tea Rooms, beside the park visitor centre /ritter.tea.5.

Walking paths run along both banks of the river, and several bridges mean you can devise a circuit that suits your own preferences. Rivers are often at their most impressive in winter, and the chutes and falls that lie at the heart of this country park are no exception. Why: To soak up the natural energy from the rapids and wiers of the River Roe. Route type: Riverside loop Distance : 3km-10km Time: 1-3 hours Heading south from Limavady, signed from both the B68 Ballyquin RoadВ and B192 Drumrane Road.

Where: Roe Valley Country Park, Limavady. Prolong the atmosphere of the estate with an on-site lunch, open weekends only during the winter. ThereвЂ™s a ВЈ8/ВЈ4 fee to visit.ДЇinishing line: Florence Court Tearoom /florence-court. Many of the trees are evergreen, so retain their character during winter months. The Blue Trail is 3.5km long, while the 9km Red Trail explores a wider area, and features long-ranging views over the Fermanagh countryside. Encompassing mixture of formal gardens, parkland and forestry, there are two signed hiking circuits to chose from (as well as Percy the Park KeeperвЂ™s winter wander trail, an addition in December). The imposing, 18th-century stately home of Florence Court is a magnet for history buffs, and its grounds are equally as attractive for walkers. Why: Discover the forest and parkland surrounding one of the most important Georgian manor houses in Ireland. Route type: Forest and parkland loop Distance : 9km Time: 2.5 hours Follow brown signs from the A4 Enniskillen-Sligo road. The Drift Inn in Buncrana ( thedriftinn.ie) is another place to complete your trip - with a gastro-pub meal in a former railway station on the shore of Lough Swilly. Yet there are none of the navigation issues normally associated with hillwalks, as this entire circuit is signed with purple arrows.ДЇinishing line: The Rusty Nail is 10 minutes away in Clonmany (Friday-Sunday through winter). It involves 340m of vertical ascent, and as you climb toward the twin lakes suspended half-way up a rugged hillside, fabulous views stretch far and wide. Located on the northern slopes of the Urris Hills, on the Inishowen Peninsula, this route is wild and tough enough to feel like a hillwalk. Why: To reach two hidden mountain lakes, and enjoy wonderful coastal views across north Donegal. Route type: Coastal mountain loop Distance: 7km Time: 2.5 hours Start from a car park at the southern end of Leenan Strand, in Leenankeel. A local institution serving fabulous paninis, salads and waffles. Combining the 2km Gartanoul Shore Walk with the 3km family cycle trail around Dernish More peninsula gives a great feel for the area.ДЇinishing line: Latte Da cafГ© in the centre of Cavan town /Latte-Da-273207253115486. There are four signed walking trails to chose from. Resident wildlife is augmented by migrant ducks like wigeon and pochards during the winter. This is a place where you can get back to nature, whatever the season. Why: To explore the wooded headlands protruding into Lough Oughter. Route type: Lakeshore woodland loop Distance : 5km Time: 1.5 hours From Cavan town, take the R198 and head west for 13km. DonвЂ™t miss their rhubarb and ginger scones. Serving breakfasts, lunches and afternoon tea. Finishing line: Tandra Tea Coffee House /tandrateacoffeehouse.

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