Virginia on Lough Ramor

Virginia lies on the shore of Lough Ramor. If you are looking for a hotel in Virginia, the lake, walking routes and cultural attractions offer practical ways to match the town to your travel interests.

On Lough Ramor: lakeside setting and fishing

Lough Ramor covers 800 hectares, is the largest lake in the area and is considered a good destination for coarse fishing and pike fishing. Its lakeside setting shapes Virginia; fishing adds a specific activity to this lakeside theme. When planning your trip, you can distinguish between being primarily interested in the town by the water and also being interested in fishing.

Walking routes nearby

The Lough Ramor Loop in Deerpark is 4.2 kilometres long, rated easy and takes about an hour. It runs alongside the park river and the shores of Lough Ramor. Also nearby is the Golden Way Heritage Trail in Deerpark: at 2.1 kilometres, it is shorter, but the stated duration is also about an hour; it is also rated easy.

The two routes differ mainly in length and character. The Lough Ramor Loop follows the park river and lakeshore; the Golden Way combines local built heritage with a rich deciduous woodland. Its varied undergrowth includes holly, herbs and grasses, among which naturally regenerating trees grow. Both routes are listed as taking about an hour, although the Lough Ramor Loop, at 4.2 kilometres, is twice as long as the Golden Way.

The private Virginia Park Lodge estate is in the centre of Virginia. Extensive walking routes run through the estate along the shore of Lough Ramor. As this is private land, confirm public access before visiting.

Culture in Virginia

The Ramor Arts Centre hosts more than 50 events a year. This cultural offering in town complements the themes of the lake and walking. If you want to attend a particular event, check the programme for your travel dates.

County Cavan: more routes, landscapes and culture

In the wider destination of County Cavan, the 21.7-kilometre Cavan Way connects the villages of Dowra and Blacklion. The route follows country and riverside paths, quiet roads, karst terrain and open bogland. Cavan Burren Park is an important site in the Cuilcagh Lakelands UNESCO Global Geopark. These examples show the range of landscapes in County Cavan, from a long-distance trail to a geopark site.

In the wider destination of County Cavan, Killykeen Forest Park extends around the Lough Oughter lake system. It has accessible walking routes and a family cycle trail. The Killeshandra Lake and Forest Walk is another regional route: it is six kilometres long, waymarked and suitable for a family outing. The route map was last updated in 2021; check current conditions before planning your visit.

Cultural attractions in the wider destination of County Cavan also vary in focus. St Kilian's Heritage Centre in Mullagh tells the story of the life and influence of St Kilian. Its exhibition includes a 15-minute audiovisual presentation, as well as maps, photographs, statuettes, facsimiles of manuscripts and art reproductions.

In County Cavan, Cavan Adventure Centre is located in a Special Area of Conservation and an unspoilt natural landscape, just outside Cavan Town. The Ballyconnell to Bellaheady Recreational Trail is 5.5 kilometres long and opened in 2022. Check the route's current condition and access before planning your visit.

Discover more destinations: Kingscourt, Lavagh, Ballyconnell, Corlough, Mount Nugent, Cloverhill, Loch Gowna, Bailieborough.

Back to the wider travel overview: County Cavan.